My biggest concern after the loss to Tennessee is that something seems off with Jalen Milroe. Whether it’s an injury or a mental issue, he hasn’t been himself over the past two games. He’s playing very cautiously, not taking advantage of his mobility, and his progression through reads has been underwhelming.
A simple explanation could point to tough defenses like South Carolina and Tennessee, but one glaring question is why Milroe targets Ryan Williams so frequently. Yesterday, there were numerous forced throws, and I think it stems from his lack of confidence. He doesn’t seem to be enjoying the game like he did last year or earlier this season. His struggles with reading defenses seem even worse than last year, which is worrying, given the progress he made coming into this season.
Playing quarterback at Alabama comes with immense pressure, but Milroe has always handled adversity well. Hopefully, whatever is going on with him gets addressed quickly because this team’s success hinges on him. His confidence and joy on the field need to return, as those qualities make Alabama a much better team.
Despite facing elite defensive fronts, his recent struggles seem more complex. After back-to-back games with multiple interceptions, his confidence seems to have hit rock bottom. Milroe is a vocal leader for this Alabama squad, and his teammates rely on him to remain steady when things aren’t going well. I didn’t see that leadership yesterday on the sideline, and regaining it is crucial—not just for the Missouri game, but for the rest of the season. I’m looking for the Jalen Milroe I believed in since he took over as starter last year to come back.
My biggest concern after the loss to Tennessee is that something seems off with Jalen Milroe. Whether it’s an injury or a mental issue, he hasn’t been himself over the past two games. He’s playing very cautiously, not taking advantage of his mobility, and his progression through reads has been underwhelming.
A simple explanation could point to tough defenses like South Carolina and Tennessee, but one glaring question is why Milroe targets Ryan Williams so frequently. Yesterday, there were numerous forced throws, and I think it stems from his lack of confidence. He doesn’t seem to be enjoying the game like he did last year or earlier this season. His struggles with reading defenses seem even worse than last year, which is worrying, given the progress he made coming into this season.
Playing quarterback at Alabama comes with immense pressure, but Milroe has always handled adversity well. Hopefully, whatever is going on with him gets addressed quickly because this team’s success hinges on him. His confidence and joy on the field need to return, as those qualities make Alabama a much better team.
Despite facing elite defensive fronts, his recent struggles seem more complex. After back-to-back games with multiple interceptions, his confidence seems to have hit rock bottom. Milroe is a vocal leader for this Alabama squad, and his teammates rely on him to remain steady when things aren’t going well. I didn’t see that leadership yesterday on the sideline, and regaining it is crucial—not just for the Missouri game, but for the rest of the season. I’m looking for the Jalen Milroe I believed in since he took over as starter last year to come back.
