*** 2013 Fall Camp Thread ***

[RTR91]

Here are some photos of the guys in full pads.

http://alabama.247sports.com/Article/PHOTOS-Fall-Camp-Day-6-142796

Good gosh at Jonathan Allen, Dee Liner, and A'Shawn Robinson.

 

[TiderJack]

More photos.

http://alabama.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1533506

 

[TIDE-HSV]

Good gosh at Jonathan Allen, Dee Liner, and A'Shawn Robinson.

It reminds me of that quote from an NFL scout who was permitted into one practice last year commented, really more like "gushed," that everywhere he looked, he saw NFL talent. And, that, in effect, we looked like an NFL team...

 

[bfg3rd]

Any early word on Jai Miller? Is he a legitimate possibility to help in the secondary this year?

 

[JBama_in_PCOLA]

I truly think Tenpenny bulked up some.

He did something.

 

[RTR91]

Morning practice report here.

 

[formersoldier71]

From the first two-a-day, evening session:

Sophomore cornerback Geno Smith participated in a drill with safeties. Perhaps that’s part of being the “star” in nickel defense.

The Tide will practice once Thursday, in the afternoon, and twice Friday. The first scrimmage of the preseason is scheduled for Saturday. The Tide will enjoy its first day off Sunday. Saban will hold a press conference after Thursday’s practice.

http://www.al.com/alabamafootball/index.ssf/2013/08/alabama_practice_report_tide_e.html

 

[RTR91]

In the below video, Gribble and Kausler discuss various topics from practice. One being Brandon Hill. They say he's been practicing at RT in what appears to be the second string OL.

Video

 

[RTR91]

ESPN is in town today. Saban is on SportsCenter right now.

@AaronSuttles

Saban on ESPN: complacency, selfishness and not paying attention biggest obstacles for another title.
Saban on ESPN: We have some good players on offensive line. Their development is key to be us being successful.
Saban on ESPN: We may be a different kind of team. Better skill players, three-year starter at quarterback.
Saban on ESPN: I believe you create your own opportunities by paying attention to the details.
Saban on ESPN: Lot of similarities between the New York Yankees and Alabama. Pressure, championships, etc.

And looks like AJ spoke to ESPN, as well:

@TheGameWDGM

AJ McCarron on ESPN talking about his relationship with Saban "I had to grow out of myself and into the team"referring to his previous years
McCarron on ESPN "If we do not win a National Championship, it is a let down year, but Coach always says we brought that monster on ourself"
AJ McCarron on ESPN on Manziel "He is one of my good friends and he will come out of this a better person & teammate" class response by AJ

 

[RTR91]

Linebackers going through a drill in today's practice.

Coach Saban meets with the media after practice.

 

[RTR91]

Practice report here

 

[Nolan]

http://http://tidesports.photoshelter.com/gallery/PHOTOS-8-8-Fall-Practice/G0000TV00VnbdjlI

Some really good shots of our hoss defensive lineman. Looks like we are gonna be pretty big and physical up front. And deep. Me likes.

 

[RTR91]

Quick hits from the presser yesterday.

-- On D-line: All of the freshmen have shown some possibilities of being able to play this year in some defined role.
-- "We like them and we're excited about having the opportunity to work with them."

Oh, how I like to read that.

-- On the secondary: "I think we've got a long way to go. Encouraged by the progress of some of the young guys."
-- Saban says Bradley Sylve's had a good camp so far. The unit, as a whole, has benefited from return of John Fulton.

Hopefully, Sylve is picking up. With his speed, he can keep with most any WR in the SEC.

 

[RTR91]

Here's a report from the morning practice session.

Is safety Vinnie Sunseri ready for that? “No and yes,” he said Thursday evening with a broad grin. “No, so Coach Saban hears that, but yes, so we get a little time to recoup.” Center Ryan Kelly said, “There are no off days.” So what are the plans for Sunday? “We’re going to go to church,” he said. “After that, we’re going to meet for a while. We don’t have many weeks left until Virginia Tech in Atlanta, so an off day, I guess, is no practice. There’s still the mental practice there.”

Anybody worrying about the focus, just read what Kelly said last night.

 

[RTR91]

Here's a video of the DL going through drills yesterday. We got some big boys on that DL.

 

[rgw]

I like this Ryan Kelly dude...I imagine we'll be seeing another graduate student center before his career is done. He has laser focus

 

[TiderJack]

I like this Ryan Kelly dude...I imagine we'll be seeing another graduate student center before his career is done. He has laser focus

I do too and Coach Saban was quoted saying Ryan is "tenacious and tough". I think we are all going to like this kid a lot on and off the field.

 

[JBama_in_PCOLA]

As long as the DLine can soak up those blocks and let the linebackers fly around then I am ok. But if they are beating those blocks too...


Opponents won't have a chance!

 

[crimsonaudio]

Here's a video of the DL going through drills yesterday. We got some big boys on that DL.

Holy crap those boys are big.

 

[Highway59]

Holy crap those boys are big.