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Alabama names Jalen Milroe starting quarterback for season opener against Middle Tennessee

Jalen Milroe #4 of the White Team looks to pass the ball during the first half of the Alabama Spring Football Game at Bryant-Denny Stadium on April 22, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
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Overview

  • Jalen Milroe will start at quarterback for Alabama in their first game against Middle Tennessee State.
  • Milroe was chosen over several other quarterbacks including Ty Simpson, Tyler Buchner, Eli Holstein and Dylan Lonergan.
  • Milroe has appeared in 12 games for Alabama, passing for 338 yards with 6 touchdowns and 3 interceptions.
  • Head coach Nick Saban has said the starting quarterback position is not guaranteed week to week.
  • The goal is to give multiple quarterbacks playing time this season.