After spending three seasons at offensive guard, Ross Pierschbacher has finally earned national recognition for his ability as a first-year starter at center for the University of Alabama.
He has been productive all year in blocking for two 600-plus yard rushers – Damien Harris and Najee Harris — and a 3,000-yard passer in Tua Tagovailoa at quarterback.
The senior cleared the way for running back Josh Jacobs to total 83 yards rushing with one touchdown on eight carries, en route to earning Most Valuable Player honors as Alabama secured a 35-28 win over Georgia in the Southeastern Conference Championship Game on last week.