re: Interesting Tidbit from Aaron Suttles new article...

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Maybe Saban wanted to show the players that he has their back until he just possibly can't. As a player that would mean a lot to me. But by playing the freshman he also showed that he will play the best player regardless of age. That looks good to recruits.

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It was obviously wearing on the receivers knowing Tua was riding the pine when Hurts was struggling. Several started to show it by their reactions on the field during the games.

I believe it took a toll on the minds of the defensive players as well, and most likely on the entire team.