When he steps into Coleman Coliseum on Saturday and shakes hands with President Stuart R. Bell of the University of Alabama, all would have come full circle for him.
The story of Jalen Hurts is one of instant success, trials, doubters, and a resurgence to show nothing causes for him to second guess who he is. Upon coming to Alabama from Houston, Texas in the 2016 signing class, Hurts immediately impressed as a marquee athlete.
Under the guidance of Lane Kiffin, he won Southeastern Conference Freshman and Offensive Player of the Year – totaling a school-record 36 touchdowns.