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Nick Saban Keeps Alabama QB Battle Under Wraps Ahead of Season Opener

Head Coach Nick Saban of the Alabama Crimson Tide speaks during Day 3 of the 2023 SEC Media Days at Grand Hyatt Nashville on July 19, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Overview

  • Alabama coach Nick Saban declined to release a depth chart before Week 1.
  • Decision intended to prolong quarterback competition between Jalen Milroe, Ty Simpson and Tyler Buchner.
  • First time in Saban's tenure a preseason depth chart was not made public.
  • Uncertainty around starting QB part of effort to keep players competing.
  • Alabama opens 2022 season against Utah State on Saturday.