🏈 Why do 5* RB’s keepgoing to Bama? They get less playing time, and underachieve in NFL thanks to massive OL

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[TerryP]

I bet this was harder to type than most realize.

 

[TUSKtimes]

Once upon a time running backs underachieved at Bama because they were overworked. Now they don't get enough work and they run behind a massive line. I wonder what the science is behind that one?

 

[50+yeartidefan]

Underachievers.... really... lacy , ingram....henry...all having solid careers.....
Trent flubbed.....and TJ hanging in with a poor club...when he first got there...
Ok...no super stars.....but pretty solid...

 

[BamaFan334]

Underachievers.... really... lacy , ingram....henry...all having solid careers.....
Trent flubbed.....and TJ hanging in with a poor club...when he first got there...
Ok...no super stars.....but pretty solid...

It's hard to honestly pick one school that has produced a plethora of "stars" in the NFL at a certain position. Sure, you have one or two star players, but no one school truly dominates the NFL at a position in this current state of the game. Back in the day you could say USC produced some good talent, and Miami as well, but nowadays you have a thousand times more recruits and special players with how preparation, training, and strength programs have progressed where a guy can come from a D-III school and outperform a D-I All American. It's so hit or miss with a bigger pool.

I'm still of the belief that Richardson got a very raw deal by being sent to the Colts. Luck was the leading rusher for goodness sakes, so I think that speaks to the lack of blocking and running calls from their program. That most likely messed his growth and mental ability up and it was all down hill from there after family members and friends stole a lot of his money. It was a very quick turn of events from a guy that showed a ton of promise his rookie year.

Yeldon just can't stay healthy. He came on great at the end of last year, but Fournette most likely sends Yeldon elsewhere in the next year or so. He will be like Drake and given enough carries will show his abilities. Drake has come on great with Miami and I know Yeldon can do that as well given the opportunities and staying healthy.

 

[TerryP]

Once upon a time running backs underachieved at Bama because they were overworked.

Two Heisman trophy winners tend to go against that theory.

The overworked monicker really got its legs underneath it when Henry had so many carries in '15 versus Auburn and Florida at the close of that season. 2013 had a large disparity as well with Yeldon getting so many carries. A common factor was Drake as the primary backup on both seasons.

Bama didn't have near the depth back then as they do today.

A crazy season in terms of carrying the load was in '13 when Fowler, Hart, and Tenpenny didn't have the number of carries, combined, as Drake and KD didn't have half of Yeldon's.

 

[bradenob]

I think the way that it has gone recently is amazing. Look at the yards Damien Harris had last year and yet he averaged 10 attempts a game overall? So he's heading into his senior year relatively fresh for a college all star running back. I think this only helps him with all the crap they talk about with being overworked at Alabama. The data will show differently.

I can see Harris getting perhaps 30 percent of the rush attempts this year? And you know he will make the most of them! I see the younger Harris getting 30% as well. Then 20% for Jacobs, hopefully, if he stays healthy, because he is a joy to watch. And finally 20% for Robinson, who is one badass running back in his own right. No one gets overworked, hopefully everyone stays healthy, and everyone gets to participate. then, most importantly, at the end of the year, you have for running backs who, if they are all healthy, or definitely fresh and ready for the playoffs! The Freshman, Ford, maybe get some work in the second third and fourth games with the new red shirt Rule? And then he is redshirted for the year. Sounds like an ideal plan to me LOL!

 

[TUSKtimes]

It's hard to honestly pick one school that has produced a plethora of "stars" in the NFL at a certain position. Sure, you have one or two star players, but no one school truly dominates the NFL at a position in this current state of the game. Back in the day you could say USC produced some good talent, and Miami as well, but nowadays you have a thousand times more recruits and special players with how preparation, training, and strength programs have progressed where a guy can come from a D-III school and outperform a D-I All American. It's so hit or miss with a bigger pool.

I suppose Julio is the closest thing we have to being called the best NFL player, but Amari Cooper has so much talent he could end up being an all-time great. Hightower, Mosley, and Barron are the most NFL dominate at LB with the most talented of them all, Rolando McClain, going belly up. Obviously running back has been incredible at Bama and the heart and soul of our offensive approach. I hope this is the year they let Henry run, so far his NFL career has mirrored his one at Bama. When Ingram re-signed with New Orleans I quit feeling sorry for him. Up till then, he was a misplaced warrior struggling for a good fit. Which brings me to Trent. I don't really buy all this sudden lack of vision. I rewatch a lot of Bama games in the off-season and there was nothing wrong with his timing and vision and often broke off some big runs by changing the hole he hit. Something more personal with the guy is more likely the reason for the big change. Don't know what, but sometimes you just don't want it as much, for whatever reasons.

I think out DBs have shown out well in the NFL. Still wouldn't surprise me if Landon Collins hits superstar level before he's done. Ha Ha, Dre, Kareem still going strong. Humphrey got a lot of notice last season as a rookie and he too could have a big year.

 

[BamaFan334]

It's hard to honestly pick one school that has produced a plethora of "stars" in the NFL at a certain position. Sure, you have one or two star players, but no one school truly dominates the NFL at a position in this current state of the game. Back in the day you could say USC produced some good talent, and Miami as well, but nowadays you have a thousand times more recruits and special players with how preparation, training, and strength programs have progressed where a guy can come from a D-III school and outperform a D-I All American. It's so hit or miss with a bigger pool.

I suppose Julio is the closest thing we have to being called the best NFL player, but Amari Cooper has so much talent he could end up being an all-time great. Hightower, Mosley, and Barron are the most NFL dominate at LB with the most talented of them all, Rolando McClain, going belly up. Obviously running back has been incredible at Bama and the heart and soul of our offensive approach. I hope this is the year they let Henry run, so far his NFL career has mirrored his one at Bama. When Ingram re-signed with New Orleans I quit feeling sorry for him. Up till then, he was a misplaced warrior struggling for a good fit. Which brings me to Trent. I don't really buy all this sudden lack of vision. I rewatch a lot of Bama games in the off-season and there was nothing wrong with his timing and vision and often broke off some big runs by changing the hole he hit. Something more personal with the guy is more likely the reason for the big change. Don't know what, but sometimes you just don't want it as much, for whatever reasons.

I think out DBs have shown out well in the NFL. Still wouldn't surprise me if Landon Collins hits superstar level before he's done. Ha Ha, Dre, Kareem still going strong. Humphrey got a lot of notice last season as a rookie and he too could have a big year.

Completely agree about Richardson. He's my number two favorite behind Yeldon, and I just don't think vision was an issue. Folks can point to that hole he missed when he was with the Raiders, but like you said, watch his film and he was amazing.

I agree we have a lot of guys that have put it together in the NFL the last five years. Seeing Kirkpatrick finally do it was great, and hopefully McCarron will get a chance now. I guess my comment was meant more from a historical prospective that no one school can claim a position as "XXX U" due to their production in the NFL. Sure, we could call ourselves Running Back U, Linebacker U, Defensive Line U, and DBU due to all the talent we have had, but I don't think anyone can guarantee a guy's career in the NFL just based off the school they went to or that one school has produced a single high amount of talent in the NFL at one position. I feel like I keep saying the same thing and I just can't put my words together to express the exact thought, but hopefully y'all understand what I'm trying to say here..

 

[utstnx]

Also no one is mentioning Alvin Kamara. He was a backup went to UT and now is a feature back at New Orleans especially with ingram being out for the first 4 games.

They come to Bama because they want to train and be around the best in college football. If you can make it at Bama you are a lock for first round spot in NFL and that means money. It also means that they will get a lot more exposure at Bama with its open door NFL policy. More nfl eyes on you means more chances to get a chance at the next level.

 

[Tidestalker]

Why do 5 Star RB's come to Bama.... To win rings? Muchos rings?

 

[bamachine]

Underachievers.... really... lacy , ingram....henry...all having solid careers.....
Trent flubbed.....and TJ hanging in with a poor club...when he first got there...
Ok...no super stars.....but pretty solid...

Don't forget Drake, he is tabbed to become the starter this year. He graded out as the most efficient RB in the NFL last year by PFF.

 

[50+yeartidefan]

@bamachine ...forgot KD....sorry....
I think a lot of being big time in the nfl is....
Staying focused and healthy...and being with the right team...as someone mentioned about TR....

 

[50+yeartidefan]

It's hard to honestly pick one school that has produced a plethora of "stars" in the NFL at a certain position. Sure, you have one or two star players, but no one school truly dominates the NFL at a position in this current state of the game. Back in the day you could say USC produced some good talent, and Miami as well, but nowadays you have a thousand times more recruits and special players with how preparation, training, and strength programs have progressed where a guy can come from a D-III school and outperform a D-I All American. It's so hit or miss with a bigger pool.

I suppose Julio is the closest thing we have to being called the best NFL player, but Amari Cooper has so much talent he could end up being an all-time great. Hightower, Mosley, and Barron are the most NFL dominate at LB with the most talented of them all, Rolando McClain, going belly up. Obviously running back has been incredible at Bama and the heart and soul of our offensive approach. I hope this is the year they let Henry run, so far his NFL career has mirrored his one at Bama. When Ingram re-signed with New Orleans I quit feeling sorry for him. Up till then, he was a misplaced warrior struggling for a good fit. Which brings me to Trent. I don't really buy all this sudden lack of vision. I rewatch a lot of Bama games in the off-season and there was nothing wrong with his timing and vision and often broke off some big runs by changing the hole he hit. Something more personal with the guy is more likely the reason for the big change. Don't know what, but sometimes you just don't want it as much, for whatever reasons.

I think out DBs have shown out well in the NFL. Still wouldn't surprise me if Landon Collins hits superstar level before he's done. Ha Ha, Dre, Kareem still going strong. Humphrey got a lot of notice last season as a rookie and he too could have a big year.

Completely agree about Richardson. He's my number two favorite behind Yeldon, and I just don't think vision was an issue. Folks can point to that hole he missed when he was with the Raiders, but like you said, watch his film and he was amazing.

I agree we have a lot of guys that have put it together in the NFL the last five years. Seeing Kirkpatrick finally do it was great, and hopefully McCarron will get a chance now. I guess my comment was meant more from a historical prospective that no one school can claim a position as "XXX U" due to their production in the NFL. Sure, we could call ourselves Running Back U, Linebacker U, Defensive Line U, and DBU due to all the talent we have had, but I don't think anyone can guarantee a guy's career in the NFL just based off the school they went to or that one school has produced a single high amount of talent in the NFL at one position. I feel like I keep saying the same thing and I just can't put my words together to express the exact thought, but hopefully y'all understand what I'm trying to say here..

May just call Bama....National Championship U....lol

 

[OldPlayer]

Because even the backups get drafted

 

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