Alabama RB Room Heating Up | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 10, 2026 · 1m

Alabama’s running back room is heating up with a mix of seasoned vets and explosive freshmen, as Kevin Riley, Daniel Hill, and AK Dear dominate early reps. Coaches rave about AK Dear’s maturity and playbook mastery, while freshman EJ Crowell shows raw power and potential—just needs to dial in his consistency. Hill’s lower-body strength hints at a breakout season. Highlights include Dear’s touchdown in rail route drills and Crowell’s promising pass-blocking bursts. With veterans leading reps but newcomers hungry for carries, the competition is fierce—and the future looks bright. Listen in…