Overview
- Multiple outlets report Alabama is set to bring in USC analyst Adrian Klemm to replace Chris Kapilovic, with CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz first to report and AL.com and The Tuscaloosa News confirming.
- DeBoer explained the change by saying, “It’s about production,” emphasizing mindset, execution and fundamentals with many new faces in the room.
- Klemm’s résumé spans the Patriots in 2023, Oregon in 2022 (unit allowed the fewest sacks in FBS), three seasons with the Steelers, and earlier college stops at UCLA and SMU, plus three Super Bowl rings as a Patriots player.
- Alabama’s 2025 offensive line faltered, averaging 104.1 rushing yards per game at 3.35 yards per carry and allowing 32 sacks, leading to a push for a more consistent starting five.
- Only right tackle Michael Carroll returns, with exits including Parker Brailsford and Kadyn Proctor to the NFL Draft and Wilkin Formby via transfer, and incoming help from transfers such as Racin Delgatty and Jayvin James.