It’s not an exaggeration to say the Alabama defensive front seven is among the nation’s elite.
It begins with a defensive line that is athletic, physical and many in numbers. The linebackers are no joke either.
The only questions, and there are many from national pundits, remain in the Crimson Tide secondary, which ranked 59th nationally in pass defense in 2014. But there is reason for optimism.
Cyrus Jones, the team’s most consistent cornerback, is back, there is more experience available than a year ago and there is a new secondary coach in Mel Tucker.
A true freshman defensive back, one with a real chance to contribute this season, has also bolstered the unit.