To answer your question, brush up on your beloved "TIDE" history. Bear Bryant, called Newsome "the greatest end in Alabama history and that includes Don Hutson. A total team player, fine blocker, outstanding leader, great receiver with concentration, speed, hands."
Look at the all the records Croyle holds, can you honestly say Brodie is the 'best' quarterback to ever play at the Bama? Look at Wilson's single season record passing record set last year, on a 6 and 7 team. What "big game" did he play in and make plays in?
Same, with Hall, just because he breaks some of Newsome's records, there should be no comparison. You will hear comparisons from Eli two hours before the game starts Saturday and all season long about the 'talent' on this Bama team. All he is doing is building hype and excitement, not more then hot air as usual.