He arrived at Alabama in the 2016 recruiting cycle and grew into being one of the unsung leaders of the Crimson Tide.
Despite names like Xavier McKinney, Trevon Diggs and Patrick Surtain II having more appeal, Jared Mayden led Alabama with four interceptions last year.
He showed NFL teams his versatility at defensive back in Senior Bowl practices, while earning two Southeastern Conference titles.
Mayden takes quality lessons from Nick Saban to the next level and he has a memorable moment that will last a lifetime.
On Friday, the native Texan shared his favorite memory with yours truly of Touchdown Alabama Magazine on In My Own Words.