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Alabama selected Keelon Russell as its starting quarterback because his athleticism and designed-run value give the offense a dimension Austin Mack does not provide.

Daniel Hill leads Alabama's backfield and Kevin Riley closed camp well, while freshman Trae'shawn Brown forced his way into the early rotation and Ezavier Crowell may remain out until Week 2 after missing every spring and fall scrimmage.

Alabama's offensive line settled faster than expected with Mal Waldrep Jr. favored at left guard, four other positions effectively decided and less rotation planned than last season despite 11 new faces.

Yhonzae Pierre is Alabama's clear lead edge rusher, but the defense still lacks a proven secondary source of sacks and pressures after ranking eighth in the SEC in sacks last season.

Zabien Brown and Dijon Lee form Alabama's established starting cornerback pair with Carmelo O'Neal third, while Jorden Edmonds' injury is expected to reduce the position's usual rotation.