Alabama Football 2021 Season Preview: Running Backs

By Matt Melton | Aug 7, 2021

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 11: Brian Robinson Jr. #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide rushes ahead of Tuf Borland #32 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during the fourth quarter of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium on January 11, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) /

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Jase McClellan

Class: Sophomore

HT/WT: 5’11, 212 LBs.

Hometown: Aledo, TX

High School: Aledo

Number: 21

After an impressive freshman season a year ago where he rushed for 245 yards and two TD’s on 23 carries, Jase McClellan returns for year two with the Crimson Tide.

A consensus four-star prospect out of high school a year ago, McClellan showcased some impressive moments at times last season, most-notably an 80-yard TD against Arkansas. After rushing for 6,468 career yards and 122 TD’s in high school, it’s clear why there is so much excitement surrounding McClellan, and his performance a year ago ranking third on the team in rushing yards did nothing to slow that down.

Looking ahead to what we may see from McClellan this season, the former four-star recruit should continue to see more looks at the running back position, while also likely serving a normal role on special teams again. The potential is evident for McClellan, and because of this, don’t be surprised if he emerges as one of the go-to running backs from this deeply talented group.

Prediction for 2021 Season Stat Line:

100 carries, 600 yards, 6 TD, 10 catches, 100 yards, 1 TD

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