Alabama football will need to replace some production in the pass rush this season. The team’s two leading sack leaders, linebacker Jihaad Campbell and Que Robinson are both off to the NFL.
Alabama’s defense will have the benefit of continuity entering head coach Kalen DeBoer and defensive coordinator Kane Wommack’s second season. During his appearance at SEC media days on Wednesday, DeBoer was asked how UA will fill the voids, especially the one left by Campbell, who went in the first round of the NFL Draft to the Philadelphia Eagles.
“Jihaad, the versatility he brought, that’s why he was a high-end draft pick,” DeBoer said. “I think guys like LT Overton jump out with me. LT was there a lot last year. Those are the next steps you want to take. Not just he, but a lot of guys finishing the plays. LT has it in him, the seal set. He has those instincts. Continues to hone in on taking it to the next level.”