So often certain programs are defined by a unique style. A style that brings in recruits and wins games. Florida has their spread offense, UGA has its pro style offense, South Carolina its aggressive defense. Each school has its trade mark an recruits according to its style of play.
Well the style of the Alabama is a ruff an rugged running game that controls the line of scrimmage and the clock. Glenn Coffee, Mark Ingram, and now Jalston Fowler is the key to this style of ball. In high school this bruiser played both linebacker as well as running back. But in college I see him playing either running back or fullback. The thing I like most about this kid is his size an aggressive nature in which he attacks the line of scrimmage. Listed at 6'0 240lbs it is clear that he has talent in just a physical nature. With college coaching and an offensive line to pave the road Fowler will definitely get some playing time in the near future.
The thing is Fowler does not get enough credit for his speed and quick feet through the hole. He should be given the opportunity to play at running back. He can block as well as get to the corner on any defense. He also can catch the ball out of the back field with soft hands. The biggest plus for Fowler is that he moves the pile with force as well as brings an attitude to an offense. The areas of improvement will be better down hill running through the hole as well as continuing to drive his feet, but with the coaching and competition at Alabama I see this being a no-brainer.
Check out his video below an see if you would want to tackle him......
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