During the offseason, Alabama added transfer punter Blake Doud. The Division II transfer is sure to fight for the starting spot during the spring. He will compete for the starting spot with fellow teammate Alex Asparuhov. One thing that could give Doud a competitive advantage in the competition battle is his experience and ability to flip the field.
Doud spent four seasons with the Orediggers. In 2023 and 2024, Doud was named a First-Team All-American by the Associated Press. In 2024, he led Division II in average yards per punt at 46.6. The Colorado native has a big leg and will look to display that during his time in Tuscaloosa.