• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

The Spun

What's trending in the sports world today.

  • NFL
  • College Football
  • NBA
  • College Hoops
  • Interviews
  • About

Search The Spun ...

Close

August 27, 2019 @ 5:34pm » Dan Lyons

Jaylen Waddle Listed As Co-Starter With All-American Jerry Jeudy On Alabama Depth Chart

Jaylen Waddle and Jerry Jeudy celebrate a play for Alabama football.MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 29: Jerry Jeudy #4 and Jaylen Waddle #17 of the Alabama Crimson Tide celebrate the touchdown scored in the fourth quarter during the College Football Playoff Semifinal against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Capital One Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium on December 29, 2018 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Alabama football released its Week 1 depth chart Monday, ahead of Saturday’s season opener against Duke. While we know what we’re getting with the Crimson Tide for the most part, there was one interesting tidbit at the wide receiver-H position, with Jaylen Waddle.

It is hard to argue that Waddle was under the radar last season. The explosive freshman caught 45 passes for 848 yards and seven touchdowns, good for an impressive 18.8 yards per catch.

It is fair to say he was a bit overshadowed at the position. Jerry Jeudy was a consensus first team All-American and the winner of the Biletnikoff Award.

He caught 68 passes for 1,315 yards and 14 touchdowns, and is a likely first round pick next spring.

Aside from Tua Tagovailoa, Jeudy was about as much of a lock to start as anyone on Alabama’s roster. And yet, he’s not alone at the spot. Waddle is listed on the top line along with him.

Seeing Biletnikoff winner Jerry Jeudy listed as a co-starter with Jaylen Waddle at WR, I’m reminded what several told me during both trips to @AlabamaFTBL this preseason: Waddle may be the one to take off under Steve Sarkisian. Nick Saban told me all 4 WRs would play in the NFL.

— Chris Low (@ClowESPN) August 26, 2019

As Chris Low says, this is more about Jaylen Waddle than anything. Jeudy is a rare talent and should always be on the field, but it sounds like Alabama can’t really afford to keep Waddle off.

None of this has factored in Alabama’s other two very impressive receivers, who both return as well.

Henry Ruggs, the starter at the WR-Z, caught 46 balls for 741 yards and 11 touchdowns. DeVonta Smith, the WR-X, went for 42/693/6 in 2018.

The team loses a pair of dynamic running backs and big-play tight end Irv Smith Jr., but the 2019 Alabama offense may actually take a step forward from the incredibly explosive 2018 team.


Filed Under: Alabama Crimson Tide, College Football, Top Stories

About Dan Lyons

Dan is an Editor at The Spun.

Primary Sidebar

Search The Spun Here

What’s Trending

  • Adrian Martinez Reacts To Nebraska’s Significant Transfers
  • Report: Texas Tech Decides On New Basketball Coach
  • Aaron Rodgers Addresses Idea Of Hosting Jeopardy!, Not Retiring
  • Report: ESPN Had 1 Main Reason For Firing Paul Pierce
  • Veteran CB Quinton Dunbar Makes Free Agency Decision
  • More Trending

    Wes Welker running with the football for the Patriots.

    The 10 Biggest NFL Superstars To Go Undrafted

    The Masters - Round One

    Fans Are Furious Over Controversial Ruling During 1st Round At The Masters

    More Trending

  • Anonymous NFL Agent Has Telling Comment On Aaron Rodgers
  • Report: 1 Major Difference Between Steve Sarkisian, Tom Herman
  • College Football World Reacts To UCF’s Creative Jerseys
  • Fans React To Eddie George Landing Head Coaching Job
  • John Harbaugh’s Story About Lamar Jackson Incident Going Viral
  • Eddie George Reportedly Lands College Head Coaching Job
  • Houston Texans Reporter Speaks Out After Losing His Job
  • Video: Insane Boxing Knockout Punch Is Going Viral
  • Sign Up For Our Emails

    • Privacy Policy / Terms Of Use
    • Coverage By Team

    Copyright © 2021 The Spun · All Rights Reserved · Powered by BizBudding Inc.

    • NFL
    • College Football
    • NBA
    • College Hoops
    • Interviews
    • About
    • Search
    • Privacy Policy / Terms Of Use
    • Coverage By Team
    • April 12, 2021
    • 5 hours ago
      Deion Sanders Reacts To Eddie George Coaching News
    • 5 hours ago
      Browns Could Reportedly Get Major Free Agency News Monday
    • 6 hours ago
      NBA Top Shot Announces Major ‘Holo’ Drop Is Coming
    • 6 hours ago
      Paige Spiranac Reacts To Hideki Matsuyama Winning The Masters
    • 6 hours ago
      Tiger Woods Reacts To Hideki Matsuyama’s Masters Victory
    • 7 hours ago
      Hideki Matsuyama’s Caddie’s Reaction To Winning Masters Going Viral
    • 7 hours ago
      Golf Fans React To Hideki Matsuyama’s Win At The Masters
    • 8 hours ago
      Insane Stat About Jerry Rice’s Career Is Going Viral
    • 8 hours ago
      Golf World Reacts To Hideki Matsuyama’s Regretful Decision
    • 8 hours ago
      Paige Spiranac Wants 1 Thing ‘Banned’ At Golf Courses
    • 9 hours ago
      John Daly Has Bold Prediction For Tiger Woods’ Future
    • 9 hours ago
      Golf Fans React To Bryson DeChambeau’s Disappointing Performance