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Potential breakout Alabama DL making his mark: ‘I don’t think he realizes how much of an impact he is’

James Smith has many Alabama football fans excited about his potential ahead of his third season with the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Smith is a junior for the Alabama Crimson Tide and a former five-star prospect.

The Montgomery, Alabama native played in all 13 games for Alabama last season, finishing the year with 20 total tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, one sack and five quarterback hurries. His best game was against Michigan in the ReliaQuest Bowl when he had four tackles, two tackles for loss and a sack.

Alabama defensive lineman, LT Overton feels the energy Smith brings to the table is contagious.