Around The SEC: Nick Saban Sends Strong Message To Alabama QBs In Ongoing Position Battle

Alabama head coach Nick Saban had a very clear message for his quarterbacks as the battle for the starting gig continues.

The Alabama Crimson Tide have been known over recent years to be the most formidable force in college football with strength at multiple positions, including quarterback. 

Things have not quite been the same since the departure of standout Bryce Young to the NFL.

Now, the Crimson Tide find themselves with an ongoing battle at the position that's continuing into that season.

"I told the quarterbacks, 'hey, quit looking around for me to make a decision one who is going going to play. How about you playing good enough that I don't have a choice. That's what you can control, that's what you can do and somebody needs to do that.' And it's sort of taking shape to some degree, but somebody's got to do it."

Saban also said that whoever is named the starter for the first game may not be holding the gig for the remainder of the season. Based on the way he described the situation, it's easy to get the sense this battle could be ongoing for weeks into the season.

Saban on the Alabama QBs: “It’s sort of taking shape to some degree.” pic.twitter.com/fLCqcV4iKT

— Michael Casagrande (@ByCasagrande) August 23, 2023

While there have been reports of Jalen Milroe, who saw some action in 2022, emerging as the favorite to win the job, it's clear this competition will continue between him, Tyler Buchner and Ty Simpson.

Milroe finished out the 2022 season with a 58.5% completion rate, 297 passing yards, 5 touchdowns and 3 interceptions.

How this situation shakes out will be something to keep an eye on.