Alabama football is at a crossroads. The spring transfer portal window is open, and many players might think about leaving the team for a better deal. However, for the players who are considering leaving the team, Coach Kalen DeBoer has a clear message: think twice.
Coach Kalen DeBoer Shares A Bold Message Towards Alabama’s Players
The transfer portal opened on Wednesday, giving players the freedom to choose new teams. Kalen DeBoer, the head coach, spoke about this on Monday. He wants his players to stay. He believes Alabama offers something special.
“They can have perspective on what they really, truly have here at Alabama. And it’s special, whether it’s the resources that they have and the people that they have around them, in the training room, in the weight room. The coaching staff, I think, is elite as well,” DeBoer said.
DeBoer also gave a warning. Leaving Alabama might not be as great as players think. “Be careful what you ask for. The grass is definitely not greener on the other side,” he said. He pointed to stories of players who left and regretted it. One example is Kadyn Proctor. He transferred to Iowa last offseason. Soon after, he changed his mind. He came back to Alabama. This shows leaving isn’t always the answer.
DeBoer’s focus is clear. He wants to coach the players he has. His staff works to make players better. They build a strong team culture. They help players grow, no matter their role. This spring, the team worked hard to build their chemistry. DeBoer feels good about where the team is. He said the players are “more comfortable with who we are, what we want to be.” He hopes this keeps players from leaving.
However, the transfer portal is unpredictable. Alabama can’t control what players decide. DeBoer knows this. His job is to show players why staying is worth it. He believes in the resources at Alabama. The training room, weight room, and coaching staff are top-notch. Players get an experience that’s hard to find elsewhere. DeBoer wants them to see that.
Alabama might also add new players through the portal. DeBoer is picky about who joins. He only wants players who fit the team’s culture. They need to work hard and add to the team’s chemistry. With only a few scholarships left, he’s being very careful.
The offensive line, especially at tackle, could use more depth. Players like Wilkin Formby and Kadyn Proctor are starters. Behind them, the team lacks proven players. Young recruits like Jackson Lloyd and Micah DeBose are coming. But Alabama might look for someone experienced.
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According to DeBoer, Alabama is a great place to play. Players should think hard before leaving. The team is building something special. He wants everyone to stay and be part of it. The portal is open, but DeBoer hopes his players see the value in staying with the Crimson Tide.
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