TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama was well represented on the 2007 Sporting News SEC All-Freshman team, which was released Wednesday. Running back Terry Grant, cornerback Kareem Jackson and linebacker Rolando McClain of the Crimson Tide were named to the team following outstanding rookie seasons.
Grant, a redshirt freshman, was listed along with Georgia’s Knowshon Moreno at tailback. Grant led Alabama with 891 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on 180 carries – all UA records for a freshman. He also had 176 receiving yards on 26 catches. At Vanderbilt, Grant ran for a career-high 173 yards and two touchdowns. He started nine of the 11 games in which he played during the 2007 regular season.
Alabama Places Three on Sporting News SEC All-Freshman Team