How many times have we gone down this path before: Eddie Piniero, Brandon Ruiz just among the most recent blue chip placekickers to commit to Alabama before turning their back upon the Crimson Tide.
Those defections have hurt, but they’re by no means the only factor in Alabama’s...ummmm..unsteady? kicking game.
Lost in Pappanastos’ meltdown in Atlanta, was that the 5th year legacy senior had a pretty steady season — especially by Alabama standards. But, it was still one predicated upon Alabama’s offense getting him close enough. And, yes, Adam Griffith had a second-team All-SEC season in 2015.