Alabama football’s defense has underperformed this season. There are several problems, but one of them might be unable to be fixed.
Unlike most years, Alabama seems to be lacking a true alpha on defense this season. In years past, Alabama’s defense has been led by players like C.J. Mosley, Reuben Foster, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Will Anderson Jr., and several others. It seems like the Crimson Tide lack star power this season.
While most would suggest that Alabama has leaders on the defensive side of the ball, that may not be the case. Malachi Moore and Deontae Lawson were named captains prior to the start of the season.