Latest USA TODAY NFL mock draft predicts 8 Alabama players in first round

The 2020-2021 Alabama Crimson Tide football team was very good, but now most of the players will be pursuing professional careers in the NFL

6. Philadelphia Eagles – DeVonta Smith, WR

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DeVonta finished his collegiate career with the Crimson Tide as the most decorated wide receiver in college football history. Though he is not the first wide receiver taken in the draft, the Eagles get a steal. There are questions about the Eagles starting quarterback for 2021, but no matter who it is, they’ll need someone to throw to.