Alabama Football: Week 15 “NFL Freaks Of The Week”

The “NFL Freaks of the Week” is a weekly poll on the Alabama football twitter account

The “NFL Freaks of the Week” is a weekly poll on the Alabama football twitter account, that lets fans vote for an NFL offensive and defensive freak of the week from the previous week’s matchups. 

Last week, Derrick Henry and Kareem Jackson were the Freaks of the week.

Let’s see who the fans voted for this week!

Offensively, these were the four candidates twitter got to vote on:

Kenyan Drake | 22 rushes, 137 yds, 4 TDs

Mark Ingram | 13 rushes, 76yds, TD, 1 catch, 10 yds,

TD Julio Jones | 13 catches, 134 yds, 2 TDs

Irv Smith | 2 catches, 8 yds, TD

WINNER: Kenyan Drake with 74% of the votes

And defensively, these were the four candidates that Twitter got to vote on:

Jonathan Allen | 9 tackles, FR

Mack Wilson | 7 tackles, INT

Levi Wallace | 6 tackles, INT

Ryan Anderson | 5 tackles, 2 sacks, 3 FF

WINNER: Ryan Anderson with 45% of the votes 

Which week 15 “freak” were you most impressed with?

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BAMA BEAT: Early National Signing Day 2019 recap (Ep. 282)

Clint Lamb and Brett Hudson recap Alabama’s No. 2 ranked recruiting class following the Early National Signing Day.

Cecil Hurt and Clint Lamb, through TideSports.com and The Tuscaloosa News, produce a podcast called “The ‘Bama Beat”, which features all the latest news and analysis surrounding the Alabama Crimson Tide.

In this episode, Lamb sits down with Brett Hudson to recap Alabama’s No. 2 ranked recruiting class after the Early National Signing Day, including the addition of former Oklahoma commit Jase McClellan.

The two also discuss why running back and edge rusher were heavily targeted, as well as the need for an additional tight end in the 2020 recruiting class.

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Best teams of the decade

Best teams of the decade

 

Best teams of the decade

From the professional ranks to the collegiate battles throughout all the divisions, some teams just had a better decade than others.

From the professional ranks to the collegiate battles throughout all the divisions and sports—looking at you, lacrosse and swimming—some teams just had a better decade than others. They may not have won it all, all the time. However, these schools and professional franchises either stood in the way of glory more often than not or totally reigned from atop Championship Mountain as a perennial 2010s juggernaut.

A quick note: We’re looking for the best here, and that means wins and titles! So if your baseball team crushed the regular season each year but bombed in the Divisional Series, it’s probably not making the cut—and no, I don’t hate your football team.

Here we go!

New England Patriots

Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Whether you like to admit it or not, the New England Patriots were the NFL’s 2010s. The full hot order. Count ’em out? That’s what coach Bill Belichick and Tom Brady loved for the general masses outside of the Boston area to do. And then, they’d pull it together and outthink, out-scheme—out videotape?—your team on their way to Super Bowl Sunday. Half of the decade featured the Patriots in the Grand Finale, with the team winning three times.

BAMA BEAT: Basketball game recaps + previewing Samford/Belmont (Ep. 281)

Cecil Hurt and Hunter Johnson dive into Alabama’s recent basketball games against SFA and Penn State, while also previewing upcoming games..

Cecil Hurt and Clint Lamb, through TideSports.com and The Tuscaloosa News, produce a podcast called “The ‘Bama Beat”, which features all the latest news and analysis surrounding the Alabama Crimson Tide.

In this episode, Hurt and Hunter Johnson dive into Alabama’s recent basketball games against Stephen F. Austin and Penn State. The two then turn their attention to the Crimson Tide’s upcoming opponents, which includes Samford and Belmont.

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WATCH: Mother of Alabama recruit gets emotional during signing ceremony

On Wednesday, Quandarrius Robinson’s mother got to witness that exact thing: watching her son’s dream become a reality. 

It’s every parent’s dream to watch their child’s dream come true.

On Wednesday, Quandarrius Robinson’s mother got to witness that exact thing: watching her son’s dream become a reality.

She was full of emotion, and rightly so.

Robinson is a 4 star linebacker from Jackson-Olin High School in Birmingham, Alabama, and has a good chance to have an immediate impact next season.

Roll Tide!

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Alabama closes strong on National Signing Day

The Alabama Crimson Tide had a fantastic National Signing Day. The Tide started strong early morning, and never backed down. Even in the afternoon, the Crimson Tide continued to rack in some BIG name commitments. By the end of Wednesday, the Tide …

The Alabama Crimson Tide had a fantastic National Signing Day. The Tide started strong early morning, and never backed down. Even in the afternoon, the Crimson Tide continued to rack in some BIG name commitments.

By the end of Wednesday, the Tide finished NSD with the No. 2 recruiting class, according to 247 Sports Composite. Here’s how the Tide wrapped up the day.

RB, Jase McClellan (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Aledo High School in Aledo, Texas.

McClellan is the No. 6 prospect in Texas, No. 8 running back in the nation and top 50 prospect in the nation.

McClellan was one of the biggest flips of the day. He had been a strong commit to Oklahoma, but ended up flipping to Alabama. He’s speed and skill will create a dynamic force in the RB position. With three RB commitments in the 2020 class, Alabama’s offense isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

WR, Traeshon Holden (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Narbonne High School in Harbor City, California.

Holden is a top 20 prospect in California, top 40 wide receiver in the nation and, top 200 prospect in the nation.

Holden is a fantastic wide receiver that will for sure be a threat for the Tide. He has tremendous footwork and field vision.

All in all, it was a FANTASTIC Signing Day for the Crimson Tide.

Who else is excited to see what 2020 holds?!

Roll Tide!

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Alabama National Signing Day: Evening update on 2020 football class

This is an evening update of Alabama’s 2020 football class. We provided a morning and lunch update earlier today when the commitments began early this morning. TE, Caden Clark (247 Sports Composite ranking: 3-star) Caden Clark, Welcome to BAMA’S …

This is an evening update of Alabama’s 2020 football class.

We provided a morning and lunch update  earlier today when the commitments began early this morning.

TE, Caden Clark (247 Sports Composite ranking: 3-star)

High School: Archbishop Hoban in Akron, Ohio.

Clark is the top 15 prospect in the state of Ohio, top 20 tight end in the nation, and is the top 500 prospect in the nation overall.

Clark will add some great depth in the TE position for the Crimson Tide.

ATH, Kristian Story (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Lanett High School in Lanett, Alabama.

Story is a top 10 prospect in Alabama and is just outside of the top 200 nationally.

Story brings so much talent and speed to any position he ends up playing for the Crimson Tide.

DL, Timothy Smith (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Sebastian River High School in Sebastian, Florida.

Smith is a top 10 defensive tackle in the nation, top 20 prospect in Florida and top 100 in the nation.

Smith is a very strong and powerful player who will add much needed depth and strength to the defensive line.

S, Malachi Moore (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Hewitt-Trussville High School in Trussville, Alabama.

Moore is a top 10 prospect in the state of Alabama, top 20 safety in the nation, and top 200 prospect in the nation.

Moore is a very important addition to Alabama’s secondary with the departure of several starters.

DE/OLB, Will Anderson (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Dutchtown High School in Hampton, Georgia.

Anderson is a top 10 prospect in Georgia and top 10 defensive end in the nation.

Anderson will bring some needed speed and pass rushing ability to a defensive that struggled to make big defensive stops this season.

QB, Bryce Young (247 Sports Composite ranking: 5-star)

High School: Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, California.

Young is the No. 1 dual-threat quarterback in the nation, No. 2 Californian prospect at any position and No. 6 prospect in the nation at any position.

Young is an exciting addition to the Alabama offense. He’s one of the most talented dual threat quarterbacks to ever join the program.

CB, Ronald Williams (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Hutchinson C.C. in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Williams is a top 5 corner in junior college, and top 15 junior college prospect in the nation.

Williams bring experience to a secondary that can really use an explosive guy like Williams.

Roll Tide Wire will keep you up to date with the latest on Alabama’s 2020 recruiting class.

Roll Tide!

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Alabama recruiting: 4-star DT Tim Smith sticks with Tide

Coming into National Signing Day on Wednesday, there were rumors that four-star defensive tackle Tim Smith could flip his commitment from Alabama to Florida. Fortunately for the Crimson Tide, Smith, the nation’s No. 85 player according to the …

Coming into National Signing Day on Wednesday, there were rumors that four-star defensive tackle Tim Smith could flip his commitment from Alabama to Florida.

Fortunately for the Crimson Tide, Smith, the nation’s No. 85 player according to the 247Sports composite rankings, decided to stick things out and sign.

The importance of Alabama keeping Smith cannot be overstated. At 6-foot-4, 320 pounds, he’s an extremely powerful, yet athletic, defensive lineman who could be an early contributor in the Tide’s front three.

Alabama hauled in an impressive group of defensive lineman in the 2019 class (DJ Dale, Justin Eboigbe, Byron Young, Ishmael Sophsher and Braylen Ingraham) while adding Smith and Jah-Marien Latham during the early signing period on Wednesday.

Now, if the Tide can just hold on to Jamil Burroughs and Jayson Jones, who could also end up on the offensive line, through February, this could end up being a dominate group before they’re done in Tuscaloosa.

In addition to being the No. 85 overall player, Smith is also listed as the No. 7 defensive tackle and No. 16 player from the state of Florida, according to the 247Sports composite rankings.

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Alabama National Signing Day: Lunch update on 2020 football class

Alabama was ranked 2nd in the nation, behind Clemson, for the 2020 recruiting class, according to 247 Sports Composite

It’s officially National Signing Day!

Coming into today, Alabama was ranked 2nd in the nation, behind Clemson, for the 2020 recruiting class, according to 247 Sports Composite.

Here are the list of signees in order of when they committed:

Safety, Brian Branch  (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Sandy Creek High School in Tyrone, Georgia.

Branch is the No. 3 safety in the nation, top 10 prospect in Georgia, and No. 58 player in the nation.

He has the potential to be a BIG defensive playmaker in the secondary for the Crimson Tide.

Here are his highlights:

OL, Seth McLaughlin (247 Sports Composite ranking: 3-star)

High School: Buford High School in Buford, Georgia.

McLaughlin is the No. 9 center in the Nation, and a top 50 prospect in Georgia.

McLaughlin will be a very big part of the Alabama offensive line. He is versatile and can play several different positions.

Here are his highlights:

OL, Javion Cohen (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Central High School in Phenix City, Alabama.

Cohen is a top 20 prospect in Alabama, and the No. 27 offensive tackle in the nation.

He will add depth to Alabama’s offensive line. Cohen also made news for flipping from Auburn to Alabama.

Here are his highlights:

Running Back, Roydell Williams (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Hueytown High School in Hueytown, Alabama

Williams is the No. 3 prospect in Alabama, No. 85 overall player in the nation, and is also the No. 9 running back in the Nation.

Williams will not only add depth to the running back position, but he also has the ability to catch the ball very well, and could be used as a slot receiver.

Here are his highlights:

Running Back, Kyle Edwards (247 Sports Composite ranking: 3-star )

High School: Destrehan High School in Destrehan, Louisiana.

Edwards is a top 20 prospect in Louisiana, and the No. 27 running back in the nation.

Edwards is very quick, and has great field vision. He will also add depth to the running back position.

Here are his highlights:

Cornerback, Jahquez Robinson (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Sandalwood High School in Jacksonville, Florida.

Robinson is a top 25 cornerback in the nation,

Robinson will add much needed defensive depth since Alabama is losing Diggs, Carter, and Mayden. Robinson’s speed, length, and versatility will be much needed.

Here are his highlights:

Wide Receiver, Thaiu Jones-Bell (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School:  Miami Carol City High School in Hallandale, Florida.

Bell is the No. 17 prospect in the state of Florida, top 100 in the nation and is atop 20 wide receiver in the Nation.

Bell has the ability to play in all three wide receiver positions, and has fantastic speed and field vision.

Here are his highlights:

DL, Jah-Marien Latham (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Pickens County High School in Reform, Alabama.

Latham is a top 10 prospect in the state of Alabama, top 20 defensive tackle in the nation and is also a top 200 prospect in the nation as well.

Latham has a lot of talent and speed that can help bring depth and dominance to Alabama’s defensive line unit.

Here are his highlights:

ATH, Drew Sanders (247 Sports Composite ranking: 5-star)

High School: Denton Ryan High School in Denton, Texas.

Sanders is the No. 2 athlete in the nation, No. 2 prospect in the state of Texas and No. 21 prospect in the nation.

Sanders has the ability to play LB, TE, and Edge. His versatility will be a HUGE asset to the Crimson Tide.

Here are his highlights:

LB, Jackson Bratton (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Muscle Shoals High School in Muscle Shoals, Alabama.

Bratton is a top 10 prospect in the state of Alabama, as well as aa top 10 inside linebacker in the nation, and a top 200 prospect in the Nation.

Bratton brings so much talent and speed. His highlights showcase his ability to control the game, make big plays, and score off picks. A big get for Alabama.

Here are his highlights:

DL, Chris Braswell (247 Sports Composite ranking: 5-star)

 

High School: St. Frances Academy in Baltimore, Maryland.

Braswell is the No. 1 defensive end in the nation, and No. 17 prospect in the nation at any position.

Braswell is hands down a HUGE pickup for Alabama, and with Jennings and possibly Lewis leaving, Braswell has a chance to have an immediate impact.

Here are his highlights:

LB, Quandarrius Robinson (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School: Jackson-Olin High School in Birmingham, Alabama.

Robinson is the No. 6 outside linebacker in the nation, No. 2 prospect in Alabama and No. 48 prospect in the nation at any position.

Robinson has the ability to be a huge part of Alabama’s success. His ability to add depth to the edge position for the Crimson Tide is priceless. Robinson has so much speed and raw talent.

Here are his highlights:

LB, Demouy Kennedy (247 Sports Composite ranking: 4-star)

High School:Theodore High School in Theodore, Alabama.

Kennedy is the top prospect in Alabama, as well as the No. 3 inside linebacker in the nation, and No. 35 prospect in the nation at any position.

Kennedy has so much speed, and will be a big part of making this Alabama defense dominate again. He also de-committed from Auburn before choosing the Crimson Tide.

Here are his highlights:

Roll Tide Wire will keep you up to date with an afternoon update on Alabama’s 2020 football class.

Roll Tide!

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