Take note Alabama football fans, this post violates multiple tenets of today’s world of sports journalism. Feel free to ignore them. First, the heading above mentions history. In the social media-driven immediacy of today’s world, references to the past (history) are a virtual taboo.
Another risky suggestion is labeling this post an opinion piece. Some in today’s world confuse opinions and facts, others believe facts are so malleable, they are the same as opinions. Many, and rightfully so, are not interested in the opinions of anyone but widely recognized experts. Cecil Hurt of the Tuscaloosa News is one of those respected experts.