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July 24, 2008
Nick Saban already had recruited in Mobile, spoken in Birmingham and taken a team to Auburn. He wouldn't have to learn a new league . . .
Birmingham News"I think it was funny," he said, "because I know him, and I know coach Miles was just making a joke about it." Presumably, those at Alabama still aren't amused . . .
Mobile Press-RegisterFour freshmen who played sparingly for Alabama last season were granted redshirt years, according to the program's media guide released Wednesday . . .
Mobile Press-RegisterMiles expressed his respect for the UA program, talked about its history and tradition and said he would never slight the program. And blah, blah, blah . . .
Montgomery AdvertiserMiles was speaking to a group of fans at a Tiger Tour stop in New Orleans, and, according to The Times-Picayune, told them 'not to make too much of that game, as it seems like a lot of teams in Louisiana beat that team' . . .
Tuscaloosa NewsWill this be a breakout season for Wilson that silences his critics? It could be tough considering the senior will work with his third offensive coordinator in as many seasons . . .
Florence Times-DailyAlabama's Paul W. 'Bear' Bryant, Auburn's Ralph 'Shug' Jordan, Georgia's Vince Dooley, LSU's Charlie McClendon and Florida's Doug Dickey are enshrined in the College Football Hall of Fame . . .
Tuscaloosa NewsThe 2008 cover has a bright, shiny picture of quarterback John Parker Wilson throwing a pass . . .
Birmingham News"They are probably recruiting me the hardest out of everybody. I enjoyed myself went I went down there . . .
Recruiting ZoneNick Saban will be one of the featured coaches in the second day of the event on Thursday. He'll be accompanied by center Antoine Caldwell and safety Rashad Johnson . . .
Hawgs Illustrated"I have a great respect for the University of Alabama, the history they've had in college football . . .
Birmingham NewsEight of the current 12 SEC coaches have made a Bowl Championship Series game. A ninth - Kentucky's Rich Brooks - was in the Rose Bowl at Oregon before the BCS existed . . .
Birmingham NewsEven though Saban won't receive a rock star's welcome, he will still be one of the main attractions at media days this year . . .
Cullman TimesAlabama's John Parker Wilson enters the season as one of the division's most seasoned quarterback. Will this be a breakout season for Wilson that silences his critics? . . .
Florence Times-DailyPractice hasn't started yet, but nevertheless, football season is upon us. SEC Kickoff '08 begins today in Hoover . . .
Gadsden TimesWhen the SEC Media Days begin today in Hoover, the league expects to set a new record for number of media on hand to interview, film and cajole the 12 coaches and 24 athletes . . .
Mobile Press-RegisterSaban intends to use West, the son of former Mississippi State running back J.J. Johnson, as a cornerback for the Tide . . .
Mobile Press-RegisterAlabama picked up its ninth commitment for the 2009 recruiting class and its first in more than a month when Athens High defensive end William Ming announced he would sign with the Crimson Tide in February . . .
Montgomery AdvertiserWhat may well be the greatest collection of coaching talent in one conference in the history of college football will gather at Southeastern Conference Media Days, which start today in Hoover . . .
Tuscaloosa NewsShackleford, a 6-1, 220-pound inside linebacker who benches 310 pounds, put up 112 tackles and seven sacks last season; both the Tide and Tigers are looking at him closely . . .
RealFootball365Any coaching staff in the country would like to pull an early commitment from Kirkpatrick, but he plans to take all five official visits before making a decision . . .
Tuscaloosa NewsCrimson Tide junior offensive tackle Andre Smith, a preseason Playboy All-American and the league's 2007 Jacobs Trophy winner for best blocker, was a unanimous selection . . .
Dothan EagleAlabama's honorees included center Antoine Caldwell, linebacker Rolando McClain and kick returner Javier Arenas on the second-team. Quarterback John Parker Wilson, running back Terry Grant and kicker Leigh Tiffin made the third-team . . .
Mobile Press-RegisterAlabama and Auburn each had eight players selected to the 2008 Southeastern Conference coaches preseason All-SEC football team that was released by the league office on Monday . . .
Montgomery Advertiser'It was great to work out with coach [Nick] Saban,' Kirkpatrick said. 'Every time it's an honor to work out with him because he knows so much about the position. He told me I needed to get my hands strong.' . . .
Tuscaloosa NewsThe 2008 season rests on one person's shoulders—John Parker Wilson . . .
Bleacher ReportThe junior offensive tackle from Birmingham was one of eight University of Alabama players voted first-, second- or third-team All-SEC and one of only two Crimson Tide players voted to the first team . . .
Tuscaloosa NewsAlabama is represented by tackle Andre Smith on offense and safety Rashad Johnson on defense . . .
Bama MagazineIt's doubtful one could express the height to which expectations would rise if Alabama were to win its season-opener at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta . . .
Florence Times-DailyThis fall, about 20 percent of the space allotted for tailgating on the Quad will be reserved . . .
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