Through the fog and mist of subpar defensive performances for the Alabama Crimson Tide as of late, their kicking game has been quietly consistent through the first three games of the season.
After missing a good portion of last season, starting placekicker Will Reichard has been perfect on field goals and PATs. The Hoover native has made all nine of his PAT attempts and has nailed two field goals so far with one coming from 34 yards out. At this point last season, Reichard was 4-6 on field goals and had missed one extra point.
In a Monday press conference before the Crimson Tide took on the Texas A&M Aggies, Saban said he felt confident in Reichard’s abilities to kick field goals and serve as a kicker on kickoff when asked if the former No.