Alabama football returned to the practice field on Friday to begin its annual spring practice. As usual, head coach Nick Saban stepped to the podium afterward to offer his thoughts on the first day and what his expectations are for spring training.
Maybe the most important remarks of the evening were the announcement that Ja-Corey Brooks, Darrian Dalcourt, and Keanu Koht would miss spring practice in its entirety.
Losing Brooks is a blow to the wide receiver room that is bringing back very little experience from last season. Dalcourt was expected to compete for a position along the offensive line and missing the spring will certainly impede his progression. Losing Koht isn’t nearly as critical as the other two, but missing spring practice only delays development for the player and limits the depth at the position.
As a freshman, Brooks hauled in 15 receptions for 192 yards and two touchdowns.
Dalcourt started 11 games in 2021 for the Tide and losing his experience is tough news for the offensive line group that has several questions marks entering spring practice.
Koht did not see any action in his first season in Tuscaloosa but was expected to provide some depth on the edge for the Alabama defense.
Stay tuned to Roll Tide Wire for continuous coverage of spring practice in Tuscaloosa.
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