SIAP: Permanent Team Captains

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The honor caught Fowler, a bruising do-it-all back, a bit by surprise.

"I was just sitting there, nervous, my name was the last one to get called, like awwww man," Fowler said. "Because I was hoping to win that award. It's something very dear to me to be voted by your teammates as the team captain.

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One site has actually picked Fowler as an All-American. NFL.com College Football 24/7 2014 All-American Team

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FB Jalston Fowler, Alabama (4)
The skinny: Fowler, a senior, had just 21 touches this season -- 12 rushes, nine receptions -- and did almost all of his work as a physical lead blocker for the Tide's tailbacks.
Other FBs receiving votes: Georgia Tech's Zach Laskey (2)

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He'll most certainly make an NFL team, and probably play for a long time. Several teams still use a fullback. Like punters, kickers, and long snappers if you're better than a veteran then you will take his roster spot, no questions asked. Fowler brings versatility that most professional fullbacks do not. He's a better receiving harder working Le'ron Mcclain

Versatile fullbacks are a precious commodity. John Connor will knock your head off in the B gap, but Orson Charles beat him out for a roster spot because he was a more versatile player. Fowler will be a beast in the NFL, not only will be make a squad but he will almost certainly be drafted.