🏈 Eli Gold talks working with John Parker Wilson: 'The fans are going to love him'

[TerryP]

From an avalanche of applications, Alabama is down to three finalists. There has been no acknowledgement from any candidates, who are looking to keep the process quiet. Jim Carabin, the general manager of the Crimson Tide Sports Network, was not immediately available for comment. But with Crimson Tide practice set to begin on Aug. 2, there is little question that UA would like to have a replacement on board by then, perhaps as soon as next week.

 

[rammerjammer]

If it is a former Alabama player — probably a good bet — mix it in with relevant experiences. The fans are going to be inclined to like a familiar name anyway, so the new commentator won’t have to overwhelm anyone.

Not so subtle hint from Cecil.

My guess would be:

1) Tyler Watts
2) Barrett Jones
3) Mike Johnson

 

[Sgt. Lincoln Osiris]

 

[50+yeartidefan]

Hope it aint someone that bores you to death.....

 

[TUSKtimes]

I thought he was on the scout team?

 

[BAMAneck]

Cool , John Parker worked his way there . I remember him doing the p.p.v. games , was it Tide TV ? .

I haven’t heard mike Johnson do commentary but saw Barrett do the national championship game , I think it was on one of the alternate broadcasts.............

I’m sure Rashad will take full advantage of this opportunity , just like he did his chance at BAMA and the NFL .

Looking forward to hearing how they mesh

 

[Sgt. Lincoln Osiris]

Oops, forgot there was already a thread on this, @TerryP

 

[50+yeartidefan]

John parker wilson.....

 

[JoseyWalesTheOutlaw]

Wishing the New Team all the best!

JMO ...had Nick had JPW for 4 years I believe Wilson could have lead the team to a NC as well.

 

[bamachine]

John parker wilson.....

GOAT QB sneaker.

 

[jdpas29]

i hope his hair is still as awesome as it once was. should be able to hear it through the radio waves.

 

[utstnx]

#bamabangs

 

[planomateo]

Some insight into the interview and why JPW got the job.

 

[Mark Heim | mheim@al.com]

Eli Gold on John Parker Wilson: "John Parker and I have been friends for years. He's a wonderful young man."
Mark Heim | mheim@al.com
Eli Gold talks working with John Parker Wilson: 'The fans are going to love him'