Upgrading the offensive line has been one of Alabama’s top priorities leading into fall camp and for good reason. Unlike Crimson Tide teams of the past, it struggled with consistency in both the pass and run game, causing the offense to become stagnant at points.
With the loss of its two starting tackles in Chris Owens and first-round pick Evan Neal, the unit’s most important spots needed to be addressed by new offensive line coach Eric Wolford. But with six practices down and out of the way, sophomore JC Latham appears to be rising to the occasion.
A former five-star recruit, Latham was one of Alabama’s top prospects from the class of 2021 and after serving as a reserve at guard, he has made major strides moving back out to tackle where he looks to earn a starting role.