Alabama annually reloads for a run at the national title. A loss to Clemson in last year’s championship provides ample motivation for the offseason. Most likely the nation’s preseason top ranked team, Bama opens with a challenging game against Florida State in Atlanta. There is an embarrassing amount of riches in the form of elite talent in Tuscaloosa.
Just like every team in America, Alabama had flaws a year ago Those decencies weren’t exposed until it met up with Clemson. SEC competition wasn’t at a level to uncover blemishes as 2016 was a down year in the conference.