After Alabama’s A-Day spring game, the two-man race between Jalen Milroe and Ty Simpson became a three-man competition with former Notre Dame quarterback Tyler Buchner transferring to the Crimson Tide program.
Buchner is familiar with first-year Alabama offensive coordinator Tommy Rees, who previously served as the Fighting Irish’s offensive play caller.
In Week 1, Milroe got the start against Middle Tennessee and Buchner saw limited action, only attempting five passes, three of which were completed for 27 yards. He did have a rushing touchdown.
Following the Crimson Tide’s Week 2 loss to Texas, the coaching staff seemingly wants to try something new out, as Buchner is expected to start against USF in Week 3.