Year after year, the Crimson Tide sees its players far exceed their production from the previous season, and these five could continue that trend.

Brooks bets on Tuscaloosa, rejecting the transfer portal. His freshman flashes hint at a dominant sophomore season and a reinforced program standard.

“I just couldn’t be more proud of these guys,” Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer said. Alabama freshman Lotzeir Brooks, who did not score a touchdown in the regular season, scored two and had season highs of five catches and 79 yards. Oklahoma defeated Alabama 24-3 last November at home, then beat the Crimson Tide 23-21 last month on the road.