Alabama Football: Tide’s report card vs. Arkansas Razorbacks
By Dakota Cox
Alabama football’s report card vs. Arkansas
Running Backs: B+
The run game has taken a step back this season, but it is clear to see why. The offensive line has its weaknesses, and you can’t expect to produce at the same level without Najee Harris.
Heading into the season, Alabama football had the deepest group of running backs in the country. With transfers and injuries, the Tide are down to just two backs. Thankfully, Robinson is capable of being a dominant back who takes plenty of carries. He had over 100 rushing yards and kept balance for the Tide offense.
Trey Sanders only saw a couple of touches, but he had a nice reception that moved the chains.
Wide Receivers: A+
Jameson Williams is keeping Alabama football’s title hopes alive with his electric speed. He has more touchdown catches for over 75 yards than any receiver in the history of the Tide. He is electric deep down the field, but he can also turn a slant into a touchdown by simply outrunning the defense.
Behind him, John Metchie also had a solid game. There have been fewer contested catches than you would like to see, but plays are being made consistently. This duo has what it takes to carry the Tide.
Bolden made a few nice plays, and Christian Leary saw his first touchdown catch ever. All things considered, this was a great performance by the receivers against the Arkansas secondary.