Nick Saban Reveals Bryce Young as Quarterback

Alabama head coach Nick Saban appeared on FS1's The Herd on Thursday to discuss a

variety of topics regarding the 2022 college football season.

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Saban revealed that he knew Young was "different" because

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he plays the quarterback position like a point guard.

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Saban said, "I think the thing that made me feel that this is different.

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Young was sensational in his first year as Alabama's starting quarterback.

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He completed 66.9 percent of his pass attempts

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for 4,872 yards with 47 touchdowns and just seven interceptions.

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Until Young recovers, The Crimson Tide will be considered

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a strong contender to win the national championship this season.

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Alabama will begin the season against Utah State on September 3.

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