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Alabama second-year WR earns “Mr. Reliable” nickname from Coach JaMarcus Shephard

Alabama fans are excited about several wide receivers on the Crimson Tide — including freshman Ryan Williams — but there is a second-year player that has gained respect from the coaching staff.

Cole Adams, a redshirt freshman, is putting coaches in the mindset of former Tide standouts, Kevin Norwood and Marquis Maze.

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He was an electric four-star recruit from Oklahoma in the 2023 signing class, but Adams has positioned himself for a possible breakout season in the fall.