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Yhonzae Pierre remains Alabama's most experienced pass rusher, with Devan Thompkins, Desmond Zulu, Xavier Griffin, Kevonte Henry and Justin Hill competing to establish the next reliable option.
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Defensive lineman Jeremiah Beaman tore the ACL in the same knee he injured last year, forcing Alabama to lean on its cross-trained interior and Bandit defenders for added depth.
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Jah-Marien Latham will serve as a front-seven utility piece who can play boundary Wolf, field Bandit and three-technique in passing situations.
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Luke Metz and Caleb Woodson are Alabama's current starting inside linebackers, with Metz showing major gains in run-fit anticipation, communication and confidence.
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Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. is expected to play both Rover and Husky, while Chuck McDonald has expanded from corner to nickel after improving his man coverage and anticipation.