[Bamabeachlivin]

TUSCALOOSA - The receivers have an opportunity to impress the coaches every day.
But faced with the task of replacing the University of Alabama's three top pass catchers from 2007, the receivers are burdened just a little more.
Yet while they may try to catch a coach's eye with a sparkling catch, coach Nick Saban said playing time won't be based on that.
No, the players who eventually man the same positions as DJ Hall, Matt Caddell and Keith Brown must display more than the ability to hold onto a tightly thrown spiral.
"They all get lots of reps, lots of opportunities, (but) it's the guy that can play with the most consistency that's going to be the most successful," said Saban Monday following the Crimson Tide's third workout of the spring. "It's not just about catching the ball, it's about being a complete player."
This was the case last year, when receivers often talked about an emphasis by the then-new coaching staff on blocking, for instance. That is the case again, particularly with offensive coordinator Jim McElwain installing running plays designed to attack the edge of a team's defense.
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[Stoney]

I'm glad to see the emphasis put on playing without the ball. It can make the difference in breaking a play and turning it into a scoring opportunity.