Alabama Football Receives Boost with Return of Two Veteran Starters
In a significant development for the Alabama Crimson Tide, two veteran starters, Keon Sabb and Jaedan Roberts, have announced their intentions to return to the team in 2025. This news comes on the heels of several key players already confirming their returns, setting the stage for a promising season ahead.
Redshirt sophomore safety Keon Sabb was the first to make his announcement, revealing that he will return for his second season in Tuscaloosa. Sabb, who transferred from Michigan, started the first seven games of the season before undergoing surgery to repair a broken foot. Despite the injury, Sabb made a significant impact, intercepting two passes in his Alabama debut against Western Kentucky. His return is expected to bolster the team’s secondary, particularly when paired with Bray Hubbard, who filled in admirably for Sabb after his injury.
The return of Jaedan Roberts, a redshirt junior offensive guard, is also a welcome development for the Crimson Tide. With 20 career starts under his belt, Roberts brings valuable experience to the team. He started 12 of Alabama’s 13 games this season, missing only the Mercer game due to injury. Despite battling injuries throughout the season, Roberts demonstrated his physical presence and potential to be one of the best guards in the country.
With Roberts joining center Parker Brailsford and left tackle Kadyn Proctor, Alabama will return three starters on its offensive line. However, the team will need to find new starters at left guard and right tackle, as Tyler Booker has declared for the draft and starting right tackle Elijah Pritchett has entered the Transfer Portal.
The majority of the major announcements have been made, with the only remaining question mark being the decision of wide receiver Germie Bernard. While there is still uncertainty surrounding his future, the expectation remains that he will return to Tuscaloosa in 2025.
Overall, the return of Sabb and Roberts is a significant boost to the Alabama Crimson Tide, providing a solid foundation for the team’s 2025 campaign. With a strong core of returning players, the team is well-positioned to make a deep run in the playoffs. As the offseason progresses, fans will be eagerly anticipating the start of the new season, excited to see how the team will come together and perform on the field.
