And then Clinton-Dix went out. With Nick Perry -- who filled the role as Clinton-Dix's backup during the preseason -- out for the year with a shoulder injury, Collins was the next best option. A natural strong safety, Collins learned the intricacies of free safety in just a few days and played it without much noticeable error in two big Alabama wins. He was poised to do the same Saturday against Arkansas until Sunseri went down with a knee injury that "could be serious," Saban said.
Though he hadn't played strong safety much in practice over the past three weeks, Collins slid back into his old spot while Clinton-Dix resumed his role at free safety. Both played well together in a game where the Crimson Tide pass defense wasn't exactly tested. ...
Okay, no more injuries at safety this year. We're stretched to the limit now.
Good article, including review of CNS's comments about running up the score.
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