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Alabama Has Only One Player on Preseason All-America Team

Alabama Has Only One Player on Preseason All-America Team

Summary

The Alabama Crimson Tide football team has only one player, safety Bray Hubbard, named to the Sporting News preseason All-America team, placed on the second team. Despite strong performances from other players like wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams and cornerback Zabien Brown, they were not included in the preseason list.

Key Facts

  • Alabama has just one player on the Sporting News preseason All-America team.
  • Safety Bray Hubbard was named to the second team.
  • Hubbard had four interceptions last season, tying for the SEC lead.
  • He also forced three fumbles and made 79 tackles, with some for loss and sacks.
  • Wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams, considered a star, was not included in the preseason team.
  • Cornerback Zabien Brown, who led college football with two pick-sixes last season, was also left off the list.
  • Brown and Hubbard are on the preseason watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, awarded to the best defensive player.
  • Alabama’s defense is ranked among the top five nationally going into the season.
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