QB front-runner Young mostly shines in Alabama’s spring game
TUSCALOOSA, ALA. (AP) » Bryce Young made a juke move to elude a rushing defender, set his feet and launched a quick pass for a big gain to tailback Roydell Williams on the opening drive.
He also lost a fumble that was recovered for a touchdown.
The Alabama sophomore quarterback showed in Saturday’s spring game at Bryant-Denny Stadium why he’s regarded as the frontrunner
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Visit www.SaratogaRec. com and click Programs, to replace Heisman Trophy finalist Mac Jones. It was also clear that the highest-rated quarterback signee of the Nick Saban era is a work in progress, and so is an offense with some huge voids to fill along with key returning players being held out.
Of course, the defending national champions and their young quarterback know it’s just April.
“The pocket collapses on him and he was in some tough situations relative to that,” Saban said. “I think he’s done a really good job
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Activities each day will provide members with things that being stuck at home just can’t. Unlimited number of games in the Games Room, sports in the gym, crafts in the Art Center, all spring. We continue to work on him kind of having a presence out there that affects other people in a positive way. And I think he’s starting to get more and more respect from the other players by the way he plays.”
The 6-foot, 194-pound Young is competing with fellow sophomore Paul Tyson — the great grandson of former Alabama coaching legend Bear Bryant — and freshman Jalen Milroe, who was held out of the game.
He was thought to perhaps have a chance to compete with Jones for the job
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Young ran the first-team offense against the firstteam defense, completing 25 of 44 passes for 333 yards and a 59-yard touchdown to tight end Cameron Latu.
He also had his first chance to lead a gamewinning drive at Alabama, even if it was just an end-ofspring scrimmage. He took the White team down the instruction tailored to that week. Camps also include outdoor off-ice training and hockey skills. All players will receive a jersey at the beginning of each camp.
If you have any questions, you can call or email Jeff Silengo at the Hockey Hut.
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“I think Bryce has put in a lot of effort this spring in just understanding the offense and trying to improve on himself and also bring the offense together,” wide receiver Slade Bolden said. “He’s shown some leadership skills. He’s also done a great job of executing on the field.”
There are plenty of new faces on the offense, from Young to new offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien, a former show their position and movement in the crease. $25 drop-in and $20 promotion if you bring a skilled shooter. Complimentary assessments and on-ice evaluations available for more personalized private and semi-private sessions in and out of season, just ask! To reserve a spot please contact: Austin Christopher at 207-441-4564 or Goalieace30@gmail.com.
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Young did have a couple of mistakes, including a fumble that was recovered in the end zone by linebacker Jaylen Moody late in the first half. He also had a surefire pick-six interception chance dropped.
Tyson completed 18 of 34 passes for 171 yards. when you arrive, or call us ahead of time. Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Six sessions for $180.
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