It is never easy to learn a Nick Saban defense at Alabama, especially when one is tasked with playing the most important position in his scheme.
According to the front office of the Southeastern Conference, the duo of Connor Bazelak (quarterback, Missouri) and Tank Bigsby (running back, Auburn) shared the honor of SEC Freshman of the Year. Both players experienced success with their respective teams and both schools had winning seasons, despite a conference-only schedule, but one could make a case for Malachi Moore being more deserving of the honor. As a former four-star recruit, the Trussville (Ala.