Jaylen Moody deserved to be a full-time starter in Alabama’s defense and is proving it.
As a former three-star recruit in the 2018 signing class, he defines waiting patiently but constantly working on his craft. He had competition for the starting weakside “Will” linebacker position, but Moody’s experience, consistency, and hard work won.
He has shined throughout the Crimson Tide’s first two games.
Moody led the team for total tackles (six) against Utah State, including one for loss. He also recorded one pressure of Logan Bonner in a 55-0 victory for the Tide. The 6-foot-2, 225-pounder continued his success in the Texas heat versus the Longhorns.