SPennington

I’ve never asked and I’ve never been told. Who are Alabama’s biggest boosters? Anyone know?

No, it wouldn’t. Milroe doesn’t dictate what happens next year. If DeBoer avoided addressing the issue out of concern that Milroe might return if he’s not drafted, then DeBoer has some serious self-reflection to do. As the head coach, he has the authority to tell Milroe to transfer or make it clear that he won’t be the guaranteed starter. He’s the one in charge.

Never considered benching Milroe. Is that coach talk? Or do we think he’s genuine?

First year we’ve had four losses since 2007, right? (If we lose) with arguably DeBoer’s most talented roster that he will have?

NFL scouts, GM’s, position coaches, and head coaches all have an ego-driven approach to believing they can overcome any flaws Milroe has and coach him out of it. He has the size, speed, durability, and arm to be brilliant. All he lacks is pocket awareness, some accuracy, reading coverages, and making quicker/better decisions with the ball. There are NFL guys who believe they can get him there, so it’s not out of the question for him to be a first round choice. It’s a risk, but it will not surprise me. I think he declares and will be an early 2nd round experiment.

They were put at 12 for a reason. Why do we think we’re out? Clemson at 11, we bump to 12? Or we stay at 11, like what was mentioned, and Clemson moves to 12? Am I missing something?

Picture This,

It’s the end of the 2004 season. The GOAT has just played his final game in an Alabama football uniform—a heartbreaking Music City Bowl loss to Minnesota, 20-16. He gave it everything he had: 22 completions on 36 attempts, racking up 243 yards. His final season? A gritty average of 108 yards per game, a 54% completion rate, and the ups and downs of eight interceptions to four touchdowns. His career stats were that of a legend: 96 completions on 184 attempts, 1,134 yards, nine interceptions, and five touchdowns. But the story wasn’t over.

As he walks off the field for the last time, the echoes of the crowd fade into the background, replaced by the eerie opening chords of Marilyn Manson’s Sweet Dreams. The tunnel grows darker, the cheers quieter, and the weight of the moment heavier. The sound of rubber cleats on concrete gives way to something new—a sharper, more distinct rhythm. The unmistakable click of baseball spikes fills the air.

Suddenly, the old rugged No. 13 transforms into a 24. He looks up, eyeblack streaked across his face, a wad of tobacco tucked in his cheek. Spencer Pennington spits, grins, and mutters with a swagger only legends can muster:

“It’s dinger time, baby. Roll Tide.”

As the music fades, the unmistakable strains of Yea Alabama rise. It’s not the end. It’s the beginning of another chapter for the GOAT—a story of perseverance, grit, and the heart of a true competitor.

Awesome! So there are no crazy scenarios where we don’t make it at this point?

I agree

Saban brought in Ballou and Rhea to revitalize the strength and conditioning program. They were ahead of the times with their approach. I believe Saban also started gearing more towards a lean defense as the spread and hurry up became more and more common. When our offense changed under Kiffin, our defensive personnel also changed. As far as the Oline goes, Proctor is the only ones who seems like he has slow feet.