The Alabama Crimson Tide football roster is loaded with talent for the 2024 college football season. Although legendary head coach Nick Saban has retired, the program is still in good hands as former Washington Huskies head coach Karen DeBoer is now at the helm.
Many key contributors return from last season. Star quarterback Jalen Milroe will be the first thing that comes to mind for many, but another member of the Tide's offense could steal the headlines this season.
Running back Justise Haynes was a true freshman in 2023, but he got some meaningful playing time, gaining 168 rushing yards on 25 carries and reaching the end zone twice. The role was small but important for Saban's freshman year. Coached team.
Looking ahead to 2024, Haynes is poised to take on a leadership role in Alabama's backfield. It remains to be seen what DeBoer's plans are for the team's offense, but Haynes will definitely be featured.
ESPN's Paolo Ughetti named Haynes on his list of 10 players nationwide who have the potential to break out and become big names in sports. Haynes was No. 5 on the list.
“Last year in Tuscaloosa may not have gone the way Haynes, then a true freshman, had envisioned. He finished with 168 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries, but the Tide faithful Haynes has shown enough flashes to signal what's to come. Now under new head coach Karen DeBoer and with the departures of Jace McClellan and Roydell Williams, Haynes is headed for a big second season. You will be able to prepare.”
With a difficult schedule and this being DeBoer's first season in Tuscaloosa, the nation's attention will be on Alabama throughout the 2024 season, and Haynes will showcase his talents on one of college football's biggest stages. We have a great opportunity to do so.
Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Haynes and other Alabama football news as the 2024 college football season approaches.
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