[Tuck4Bama]

TUSCALOOSA - With nose tackle Brian Motley out this week with a hand injury that required surgery, sophomore backup Lorenzo Washington has had a chance to make an impression.

Washington missed spring practice because of a torn pectoral muscle.
"He's done OK," Saban said following Saturday's scrimmage. "Missing spring ball probably hurt him a little bit. He's made a lot of improvement in the few weeks that he's been with us. He's a big guy and he needs to learn the plays and I think he can contribute this year.

"It's also given (freshman) Josh Chapman a chance to work a little bit with the (second-string), so both of those guys are getting an opportunity now."

McCullough still learning: Freshman nose tackle Alfred McCullough of Athens is still playing like a freshman, Saban said.

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[Stoney]

He better make the most of it.