The more things change, the more they stay the same, and this can be said about the potential of Alabama natives making an impact on the Crimson Tide’s defense next season like they have done so many times in years past.
The Tide is set to return Alabama natives, Tim Keenan III, Deontae Lawson, James Smith, Qua Russaw, Yhonzae Pierre, Jeremiah Beaman and Isaia Faga, back to its defensive front next season. They will also welcome Kelby Collins, who is a product of Gardendale High School in Alabama.
Keenan and Lawson have served as veteran leaders for the Crimson Tide.