Rolando McClain

Saban knows the imprtantce of $$$$$. Hes gonna tell him that hes better off to go to the NFL now.

Saban will get a feel for his draft value and discuss it with McClain, book that. If he is a top 10 pick, then he should go. Otherwise, stay.

lulz at CrimsonCrush.

Crazy to stay at Bama.

His defensive line is going. Those starters did a great job doing what they are supposed to do: keep the O-line off the LB so they can shine.

I know Bama has talent at DL but not experience and not another Cody. That was a true 3-4 NT, especially in the run game.

So, there is a good chance his D-line won't be able to keep the O-line off the LB, especially him. That will take the luster off any LB in a 3-4, no matter how good.

Then there is always the injury bug. Again, with the O-line getting to you more, the higher the chance.

Last, 1st round $$ and the looming NFL rookie salary cap. Teamed with the demand for 3-4 quality LBs (hell, McClain can play 4-3 just as good), it is too much to pass up.

Then again, kids are kids. Playing for Bama one more year, though it might cost him much....