[Tuck4Bama]

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[Stoney]

Sounds as if Bama Nation has awakened... I been telling you guys this is the year maybe now ya'll might start believing.

[Tuck4Bama]

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[Stoney]

Originally Posted by Tuck4Bama

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Thanks I couldn't watch it live so that helps fill in the gaps. I didn't see anything too fancy but it looked as if both Qbs had good control and a good understanding of the offense. Man I can't wait...

[bama_man26]

I have never seen this many people on campus,ever. The crowd was huge, Mecleroy looked better than Wilson, dont look to bad in the QB dept. ITS going to be a great year! Rolltide!!!!!!!!

[cliffbamafan]

Originally Posted by Stoney

Thanks I couldn't watch it live so that helps fill in the gaps. I didn't see anything too fancy but it looked as if both Qbs had good control and a good understanding of the offense. Man I can't wait...

Thats just it Stoney,there was nothing fancy they just made sustained drives down the field and had ball control.

[Tuck4Bama]

SAban is not going to show anything that would help the SEC scouts. He is saving all the fancy stuff for the regular season.

[Tuck4Bama]

Originally Posted by bama_man26

I have never seen this many people on campus,ever. The crowd was huge, Mecleroy looked better than Wilson, dont look to bad in the QB dept. ITS going to be a great year! Rolltide!!!!!!!!

This years A Day game set a record for the largest crowd ever for a college spring game.

[Stoney]

Originally Posted by cliffbamafan

Thats just it Stoney,there was nothing fancy they just made sustained drives down the field and had ball control.

Ooops.. you just gave away our secret nothing fancy ball control and well executed plays. That equals sustained drives and that means points scored which means wins. That in turn leads to a BCS BOWL GAME and Alabama's 13th National Title. Dang now everybody knows.

[BamaGal4ever]

Saban notes A-Day progress


Tuesday, April 24, 2007 IAN R. RAPOPORT
News staff writer

TUSCALOOSA - Alabama coach Nick Saban did what he could to guide Crimson Tide fans toward an educated assessment following Saturday's spring football game.
After all, it was a spring game, a glorified practice, and Saban said afterward he wasn't satisfied.
The White team, led by the first-team offense, defeated the Crimson team, led by the first-team defense, 20-13 in front of more than 92,000 fans at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
The only purpose of the game, Saban said, was to improve for the fall.
"And I've been pleased with the progress we've made," he said.
Players now will take a few weeks to catch their collective breaths after adjusting to a new coach and staff. They have been instructed by Saban to focus on academics and self-discipline until the summer.
Saban and his coaches will go recruiting over the next few weeks, with an eye on the 500-mile radius around Tuscaloosa and beyond.
As far as transition periods go, perhaps the most difficult portion is over.
"A lot of guys on this team are starting to take ownership," center Antoine Caldwell said.
So what was learned this spring?
Here is a position-by-position look of where the Crimson Tide stands heading into the fall:
Quarterback:
John Parker Wilson started to show he can grasp the new offense, going 40-of-94 for 624 yards with four touchdowns and three interceptions during the spring. Often from the shotgun, he averaged 15.6 yards per pass. Behind him, redshirt freshman Greg McElroy showed he could manage the game well, which opens up competition when Jimmy Barnes returns from injury.
Running back:
Shifty Terry Grant staked his claim to be the starter after gaining 47 yards on eight carries Saturday. Said cornerback Simeon Castille, "We knew he could play." Grant showed explosiveness and escapability. Saban is still searching for a power back to complement him. It could be Glen Coffee or Jimmy Johns, the leading returning rusher who has to show he's dependable.
Receivers:
DJ Hall was named the A-Day MVP after catching five passes for 87 yards, which was no surprise. Keith Brown, though, fought injuries and was inconsistent. Instead, Nikita Stover and Matt Caddell, who caught touchdowns Saturday, are battling to complement Hall at the deepest position on the team. At tight end, Travis McCall sat out with a calf injury, but Saban has been pleased with his progress.
Offensive line:
The troublesome unit from last year has improved, as Caldwell said, "by leaps and bounds." Everyone has gotten stronger and leaner, especially left tackle Andre Smith. Right tackle is the question mark, as Chris Capps (shoulder) sat out the spring, and replacement B.J. Stabler (knee) was injured, too. If that void is filled, the unit should click.
Defensive line:
Converted center and current nose tackle Brian Motley was "the pleasant surprise of the spring," Saban said after the redshirt freshman had three tackles Saturday. Ends Wallace Gilberry and Bobby Greenwood are solid workers who can excel in the 3-4. But who else will fill in behind them? Brandon Deadrick or Brandon Fanney at end? Lorenzo Washington and Byron Walton at the nose? Depth is the big, unresolved issue. And getting familiar with a lot of new names.
Prince Hall is being leaned on in the new 3-4 set, and how he sets up the defense will help determine its success. Darren Mustin is sound next to him, though he may soon face freshman competition. On the outside, former linemen Ezekial Knight and Keith Saunders won spring awards for the way they adapted to their new jobs. Of this unit, only Hall has a start at his position.
Secondary:
All-SEC cornerback Castille distinguished himself as the unit's playmaker with a stellar spring. Safety Rashad Johnson continues to push to the forefront, making six tackles in the spring game. The race to play with those two is open. At safety, Marcus Carter was solid but not dynamic and Justin Woodall battled injuries. At the other corner, Eric Gray, Lionel Mitchell, and Marquis Johnson are the candidates.
Special teams:
Kicker Jamie Christensen said his technique was unaffected by the coaching changes, calling himself "my own coach." He hit 2 of 3 field goals Saturday, and Leigh Tiffin made both his tries. Punter P.J. Fitzgerald is improving his hangtime. Javier Arenas is poised for another year as the punt returner. Look for transfer Jonathan Lowe (five returns for 143 yards) to be in the running to handle kickoffs with Arenas.

[Stoney]

Team ownership and accountability haven't heard that at Alabama since Bear.

[cliffbamafan]

Originally Posted by Stoney

Team ownership and accountability haven't heard that at Alabama since Bear.

Which also means WINS Stoney!

[Stoney]

Originally Posted by cliffbamafan

Which also means WINS Stoney!

Yeah seems like I have been saying that for months now...

[cliffbamafan]

Originally Posted by Stoney

Yeah seems like I have been saying that for months now...

Yeah and I have agreed with you every time. ROLL TIDE!!

[Stoney]

So how many are on the bandwagon now?