With six fall camp sessions left, Alabama football will soon concentrate practice reps on a two-deep. Injuries and inexperience cause concern at more than a few positions. Contrary to what opposing coaches tell recruits, Nick Saban plays the best players, including true freshmen.
There are six areas needing players to solidify either a starting slot, a rotational role or key backup status. In those six areas, there are 10 young players who need to step up quickly.
Looking at the Alabama football schedule, it is tempting to believe there is ample time for growing pains. It is hard to argue the Crimson Tide will be seriously threatened before November.