Outlets writing articles predicting QBs unhappy or entering the portal combined with CKD losing the confidence of the fanbase. What a load of Horse %$#*

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Alabama held its first scrimmage of spring camp on Thursday, as players took part in a 115-rep workout. Alabama’s first and second units took part in 50 plays apiece, while the third team saw the field for 15 plays.

While the scrimmage was closed to the public, Tide Illustrated was able to gather some nuggets from sources in attendance. Here are some highlights from the day.

— Ty Simpson had three touchdown passes and no interceptions. All three touchdown passes were to Miami transfer Isaiah Horton.

— Simpson’s biggest play came on his last drive where he scrambled out of the pocket before finding Horton 50 yards downfield for a touchdown.

— One of Simpson’s touchdown passes to Horton came on a short post route during red-zone drills, as the receiver jumped high to come down with a pass in the end zone. Another came on a block-and-go route where Simpson found Horton 30 yards downfield for a score.

— Simpson was the only quarterback to throw a touchdown on the day, but all three passers had their moments throughout the scrimmage.

— Simpson received the majority of first-team opportunities followed by Austin Mack. Keelon Russell got some first- and second-team reps but has been the third in the group throughout camp.

— There were a couple of dropped interceptions, but freshman edge rusher Justin Hill was able to come away with a pick.

— One source called Alabama’s defense “salty” stating there were a few sacks during the scrimmage.

— With starting left tackle Kadyn Proctor out, Alabama’s first-team offensive line consisted of Olaus Alinen, Geno VanDeMark, Parker Brailsford, Jaeden Roberts and Wilkin Formby from left to right.

— One source said it was a tough day for Alinen, who allowed several pressures throughout the scrimmage.

— Another source said VanDeMark has been earning the most first-team reps at left guard during practice and is a serious contender for the starting role.

— Jam Miller led the running backs, followed by Richard Young, Daniel Hill and Dre Washington. There were some positive runs of 4 and 5 yards but not many explosive gains from any of the backs.

— Multiple sources had positive things to say about Hill, who ran hard on the day. While Miller and Young are Alabama’s top two options in the backfield, the 6-foot-1, 242-pound sophomore could be one to watch.

— While Horton led the day for the receiver, freshman Lotzier Brooks made several nice plays throughout the scrimmage. Conversely, one source said redshirt freshman Rico Scott suffered multiple drops.

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Despite popular belief, Alabama’s quarterback battle isn’t settled just yet. At least that’s what Kalen DeBoer said following the Crimson Tide’s second spring scrimmage.

Alabama went through roughly 115 plays inside Bryant-Denny Stadium on Friday afternoon. While the scrimmage was closed to the public, DeBoer revealed that Ty Simpson, Austin Mack and Keelon Russell all got reps with both the first and second units.

“They’re all three making throws, making some big-time throws,” DeBoer said. “Thought they all moved the chains at times when they maybe had their backs to the wall, in some second- and third-and-long situations, where they found a way to make a big throw. Obviously someone has to catch it, too.

“They’re continuing to build trust with the offensive line, and then I think it has to go the other way, too, the offensive line is getting used to cadences and getting used to what guys do. Does he usually break to the outside and scramble? Some guys just have those types of instinctual things they do, but they’re all a little different.”

Kalen DeBoer said Ryan Williams did not participate in Alabama's second spring scrimmage. He gave an update on Williams, a pair of tight ends and dropped some good news about Keon Sabb on Friday.

Full injury notebook:

Why did he go to Maryland? I figured A&M was a good spot to compete with NIL. A&M is in the most competitive conference. I haven’t seen anything about it. He from up there?

Is he going into the portal.

A new proposed financial package for the renovations and upgrades to Coleman was presented to the properties committee for the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees on Thursday that would drop the cost for the expected renovations of Coleman Coliseum (including a new facility for men's basketball) from $59.18 million to $54.6 million

Assistant vice chancellor for construction management Mike Rogers cited "very favorable bids" on the construction package as the reason for the new total construction budget.

The full board of trustees will meet Friday to officially approve the revised project budget.

Another week of spring camp will soon be in the books, as Alabama will take part in its second spring scrimmage today inside Bryant-Denny Stadium.

The Crimson Tide held its first scrimmage on Thursday, March 27, as quarterback Ty Simpson and Miami transfer receiver Isaiah Horton stole the show behind closed doors. Today’s scrimmage will also be closed to the public. However, there’s still quite a few things we’ll be looking to find out from the workout.

Here are five things we are watching for today.

I have it from an inside source that is ‘in the know’ that the Dodgers are going to “throw the Braves a bone” tonight and let them win one. Now all you Braves fans put all your savings and 401k with your fav betting organization on your team tonight. Y’all can thank me when you’re rich!

And for most part they kicked all the two's and the one 3 ass.

You can say Florida was beat until the 18-4 run. but the rest of them was mostly just run off the court early and never looked back.

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Jaeden Roberts chuckled a bit when asked whether or not practices feel a little bit different with Ryan Grubb as Alabama’s new offensive coordinator.

“I love his intensity,” Robert said Wednesday in Tuscaloosa. “I love him as a coach. I mean, he’s just that guy to be out there, the guy that we need to push the offense and make us better.”

While Roberts is enjoying his new offensive play-caller, laughing isn’t is normal reaction when it comes to Grubb. The first-year offensive coordinator brings a bit more fire to Alabama’s practices — and a bit more butt-chewings, too.

As an offensive lineman, Roberts has already been on the receiving end of a few of those. Grubb, a long-time assistant of Kalen DeBoer, first started working under the head coach as an offensive line coach at Sioux Falls from 2007-09. He has also managed offensive lines at Eastern Michigan (2014-16) and Fresno State (2017-19)

“Even for his small height, he’s definitely an offensive line guy,” Roberts said. “You can see that sometimes during practice. He gets on us. But you know he only does that because he knows how capable we can be.”

The dead period is officially in the books and Alabama is set for a busy spring with plenty of players set to check out spring practice and a ton of official visitors already confirmed as well.

Here's a list of confirmed visitors. Will update as more get confirmed for spring visits and OVs:

March Visitors

March 3
Elbert Hill
Titan Davis
Christian Ward
Alex Ward
Nate Carson
Trae Taylor

March 5
Blake Stewart
Brandon Anderson

March 6-8
Ethan Feaster
Mark Bowman
Jerimy Finch Jr.

March 7
Jowell Combay
Kannon Smith
Brayden Rouse
Eli Wilt
Colt Lumpris
Jimmy Kalis
Albert Simien
Marky Walbridge
JJ Finch

March 18
Nick Abrams II
Kaiden Hall
Ridge James
Bryson Cooley
Tyson Hunter

March 20
Jireh Edwards
Edward Baker

March 21-23
Kevin Ford Jr.

March 22
Elijah Golden
Corey Barber
Anthony Davis
Chris Booker
Dre Quinn
Ryan Mosley
Darryl Rivers
Ben Musser
Jorden Edmonds

March 24
Karon Maycock

March 25
Ezavier Crowell
Kamhariyan Johnson

March 27
Marquis Bryant
Keyon Standifer
Mack Sutter
Malakai Lee
Jabarrius Garror
Kejiaun Johnson
Anthony Coellner
Kamarui Dorsey

March 30-31
Maxwell Hiler
Darryl Bell
TJ Umenyiora
Teddy Jarrard
Noah Roberts
Kadin Fife

Qua Russaw gave his thoughts on Kane Wommack's continued emphasis on pass rushing during spring practice and #Alabama's young linebacking corps.

"My message to him is just to keep working."

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Tyler Booker left a 6-foot-5, 325-pound hole in the left side of Alabama’s offensive line this offseason. However, the team captain’s departure leaves an even bigger void in terms of leadership.

Nate Oats on Alabama's disappointing end to the season, how he expects the Tide to maintain a high standard moving forward.

"We've established ourselves as one of the best programs in the country."

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — There aren’t many stats for offensive linemen, so Wilkin Formby and Jaeden Roberts have turned to stains to measure their performance this spring.

“Me and J-Rob, we have a competition of who sweats the most at this point,” Formby said following Alabama’s practice on Wednesday. “He’s winning. He’s winning a little bit, but he just naturally sweats that much.”

First, the guys projected to be drafted in the first round:
Johnson Texas
Fears OU
Newell UGA
Boyles USCe
Fland Arky

Short list of upperclassmen:

Clayton UF 22
Richard UF 22
Martin UF 23
Brazile Arky 22
Grill Mizzou 24
Carter LSU 22
Leffew UGA 24
Ziegler UT 22
Lanier UT 23
Matlock UT 22
Gained UT 22
Sears UA 23
Nelson UA 23
Youngblood UA 23
Omoruyi UA 23
Broome AU 22
Mazara AU 25
Johnson AU 22
Cardwell AU 23
Jones AU 24
Pedala Ole Miss 22
Brakefield Miss 24
Davis Miss 23
Brea UK 22
Butler UK 22
Williams UK 22

Not sure if all of these guys truly graduate but they are certainly old enough.

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Pretty cool. Cosby started his career at Alabama when Pettway was on staff. Transfered to Wake Forest and is now back with Pettway at Kennesaw State.

Qua Russaw took a group of his #Alabama teammates Saturday to spend time with a child battling cancer.

"We had an amazing time. He enjoyed it, too. That’s what it's all about."

Russaw talked about impacting his community and his growth as a leader on the field for Alabama.

Former NFL coach Frank Reich as interim coach for the next football season. What is going on there with AD to make that kind of decision of which recruiting wise makes absolutely no sense as per building the program back up.