So far, Saban's No. 1 classes have all equaled, if not surpassed, expectations. That's a testament to his program's mammoth behind-the-scenes recruiting operation (each assistant has his own assistant), his staff's penchant for player development and, of course, some good old-fashioned oversigning. If this year's team ends the streak, it likely won't be because the recruits weren't as good as advertised.
"I can't account for personalities and I can't account for stupidity," said Rivals.com national recruiting director Mike Farrell, noting that early enrollee Brown ("The nicest kid in the world.") was arrested within his first month on campus for failure to obey the orders of a police officer and resisting arrest. "And I can't predict injuries. But this class is so well put together. ... There's no way I can see this class failing."
Which means one thing: For Alabama, it's playoffs or bust.
I like our chances!
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