Alabama Team 'Definitely Aware' of Lowered Expectations, DeBoer Says
The Alabama Crimson Tide isn't expected to do very much this season, and coach Kalen DeBoer said his team is well aware.
Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer acknowledges that the team is aware of the lowered expectations leading into the 2026 season. At SEC Media Days, media members predicted the Tide to finish sixth in the conference. DeBoer's comments at practice reveal a shift from his usual positive demeanor, as he expressed motivation to prove critics wrong.
He emphasized the importance of identifying leaders within the team and fostering a sense of unity among all 22 players. The coach stressed the significance of uniting as both offense and defense, as well as the entire program, to overcome challenges and be prepared for the tough matchups that await the Crimson Tide in the SEC.
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