Perhaps the unit that’s been taxed the most from a season ago is Alabama’s offensive line. In 2020 it was one of the most dominating forces in college football, protecting quarterback Mac Jones and opening holes for running back Najee Harris.
One year later Nick Saban and new position coach Doug Marrone are tasked with replacing three of the key starters and as of right now, it appears as if there is still evaluation to do.
“We have work to do,” Saban said to the media following the team’s second scrimmage on Saturday. “I think there’s competition at several positions.