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Before the Crimson Tide returns to the field, BamaInsider will take a look at each of the position groups. We continue our series today by examining the defensive line.

Notes and nuggets: ... How we expect Alabama to line up
Key losses QWilliams and Isaiah Buggs — (17.5 sacks and 33 tackles)
Back - Starter Raekwon Davis seasoned contributors - LaBryan Ray (the No. 1 rated state of Alabama player in the 2017 class), will get an increased role after showing plenty of promise during his first two years with the Crimson Tide. Last season, Ray recorded (last yr 39 tackles, 6 for a loss and 2.5 sacks). Competition for the middle - Rs soph Phidarian Mathis (18 tackles and a fumble recovery)freshman Ishmael Sopsher.

Other players to watch:rs freshman Christian Barmore and 5* true freshman, Antonio Alfano.

Potential surprise: LaBryan Ray emerges as Alabama's best defensive lineman
This is shaping up to be a breakout season for Ray. During SEC Media Days, head coach Nick Saban said the 6-foot-5, 292-pounder has gotten bigger and stronger while stating, “he can be a really, really good player for us.”

Ray has been limited by foot and ankle injuries this summer but is said to be back at 100 percent for the start of camp.

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