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Nick saban raves over nfl draft hopeful minkah fitzpatrick

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Kevin Rolle

Nick Saban, head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team, praised former player Minkah Fitzpatrick as he prepares for the 2018 NFL Draft. Saban believes Fitzpatrick deserves to be a top-5 draft pick due to his talent, work ethic, intelligence, and versatility playing multiple defensive positions. As his coach for three years, Saban appreciated Fitzpatrick's preparation, competitiveness, and leadership qualities both on and off the field. Saban expects Fitzpatrick to have great success at the next level thanks to his unique skills and overachieving personality.

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4/23/2018 Nick Saban raves over NFL draft hopeful Minkah Fitzpatrick https://247sports.com/college/alabama/Bolt/2018-NFL-Draft-Nick-Saban-raves-over-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-Football-DB-Minkah-Fitzpatrick-117145602 Charlie Potter - Apr 8, 7:00 PM 5 Nick Saban raves over NFL draft hopeful Minkah Fitzpatrick Throughout his career at Alabama, Minkah Fitzpatrick (//247sports.com/Player/Minkah-Fitzpatrick- 27783) was said to have the same personality as Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban (//247sports.com/Coach/Nick-Saban-3) , especially when it came to his football preparation. But in an interview with The Chronicle-Telegram (https://www.brownszone.com/2018/04/07/nick- saban-says-db-minkah-鍖tzpatrick-has-the-personality-drive-and-talent-to-be-a-big-hit-in-the-n鍖/) , Saban said he doesnt see that. I wouldnt put that on anyone, Saban said. Hes better than me in a lot of ways. Fitzpatrick is projected to be a 鍖rst-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft at the end of the month. The unanimous All-American is expected to be a top-15 pick on April 26, and Saban, having coached nine total top-10 draft picks at Alabama, believes he belongs. As a player, is he a top-鍖ve pick? Yeah, Saban said. The winner of the Bednarik and Thorpe awards, Fitzpatrick registered 60 tackles during the 2017 season, which was good for fourth place on Alabamas defense, and also contributed eight tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, eight pass breakups and three interceptions. During this 3-year career in Tuscaloosa, the Old Bridge, N.J., native recorded 171 total tackles, 16 tackles for loss, nine interceptions (including four pick-sixes) and 4.5 sacks. He ended his collegiate campaign as one of the most versatile defenders in the country, as he showed he could play all six defensive back positions, playing three as a junior. I always thought he made a lot of plays with his eyes, Saban said. It was one of the reasons we didnt keep him playing corner was there are less opportunities to make plays with your eyes when playing corner, looking at your man. Hes a really good athlete, a cover guy and physical enough versus the run. It was clear, even before the 2017 season, Fitzpatrick was one of Sabans favorites in his now 12 years coaching the Tide. On several occasions, including his interview with The Chronicle- Telegram (https://www.brownszone.com/2018/04/07/nick-saban-says-db-minkah-鍖tzpatrick-has- the-personality-drive-and-talent-to-be-a-big-hit-in-the-n鍖/) , Saban was sure to mention the former 5-star recruit was never in his o鍖ce for doing something wrong. Hes very responsible. Hes a good citizen, a good leader. A 鍖nalist for the 鍖rst-ever Jason Witten Man of the Year Award, Fitzpatrick excelled off the 鍖eld in college and is likely to do the same in his next city. But whichever team drafts him, his coach wants
4/23/2018 Nick Saban raves over NFL draft hopeful Minkah Fitzpatrick https://247sports.com/college/alabama/Bolt/2018-NFL-Draft-Nick-Saban-raves-over-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-Football-DB-Minkah-Fitzpatrick-117145602 them to know theyre getting a Swiss Army Knife of a player. Hes kind of a unique guy, Saban said. A lot of times talented guys dont have overachieving personality types. He wants to be the best and goes out and works hard every day. Hes the exact model you love to have as a coach. The guy is very talented. Hes smart, bright, can learn. He really competed to be the absolute best at what he does. I dont even know if I can describe him well enough. Fitzpatrick will attend the 2018 NFL Draft in Arlington, Texas, on Thursday, April 26. Contact Charlie Potter by 247Sports' personal messaging or on Twitter (@Charlie_Potter (https://twitter.com/Charlie_Potter) ). Author Charlie Potter @ ABOUT CONTACT US ADVERTISERS MEMBER SERVICES HOW IT WORKS CAREERS CUSTOMER SERVICE PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF SERVICE TOGGLE FULL/MOBILE 息 2005-2018 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc.

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  • 1. 4/23/2018 Nick Saban raves over NFL draft hopeful Minkah Fitzpatrick https://247sports.com/college/alabama/Bolt/2018-NFL-Draft-Nick-Saban-raves-over-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-Football-DB-Minkah-Fitzpatrick-117145602 Charlie Potter - Apr 8, 7:00 PM 5 Nick Saban raves over NFL draft hopeful Minkah Fitzpatrick Throughout his career at Alabama, Minkah Fitzpatrick (//247sports.com/Player/Minkah-Fitzpatrick- 27783) was said to have the same personality as Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban (//247sports.com/Coach/Nick-Saban-3) , especially when it came to his football preparation. But in an interview with The Chronicle-Telegram (https://www.brownszone.com/2018/04/07/nick- saban-says-db-minkah-鍖tzpatrick-has-the-personality-drive-and-talent-to-be-a-big-hit-in-the-n鍖/) , Saban said he doesnt see that. I wouldnt put that on anyone, Saban said. Hes better than me in a lot of ways. Fitzpatrick is projected to be a 鍖rst-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft at the end of the month. The unanimous All-American is expected to be a top-15 pick on April 26, and Saban, having coached nine total top-10 draft picks at Alabama, believes he belongs. As a player, is he a top-鍖ve pick? Yeah, Saban said. The winner of the Bednarik and Thorpe awards, Fitzpatrick registered 60 tackles during the 2017 season, which was good for fourth place on Alabamas defense, and also contributed eight tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, eight pass breakups and three interceptions. During this 3-year career in Tuscaloosa, the Old Bridge, N.J., native recorded 171 total tackles, 16 tackles for loss, nine interceptions (including four pick-sixes) and 4.5 sacks. He ended his collegiate campaign as one of the most versatile defenders in the country, as he showed he could play all six defensive back positions, playing three as a junior. I always thought he made a lot of plays with his eyes, Saban said. It was one of the reasons we didnt keep him playing corner was there are less opportunities to make plays with your eyes when playing corner, looking at your man. Hes a really good athlete, a cover guy and physical enough versus the run. It was clear, even before the 2017 season, Fitzpatrick was one of Sabans favorites in his now 12 years coaching the Tide. On several occasions, including his interview with The Chronicle- Telegram (https://www.brownszone.com/2018/04/07/nick-saban-says-db-minkah-鍖tzpatrick-has- the-personality-drive-and-talent-to-be-a-big-hit-in-the-n鍖/) , Saban was sure to mention the former 5-star recruit was never in his o鍖ce for doing something wrong. Hes very responsible. Hes a good citizen, a good leader. A 鍖nalist for the 鍖rst-ever Jason Witten Man of the Year Award, Fitzpatrick excelled off the 鍖eld in college and is likely to do the same in his next city. But whichever team drafts him, his coach wants
  • 2. 4/23/2018 Nick Saban raves over NFL draft hopeful Minkah Fitzpatrick https://247sports.com/college/alabama/Bolt/2018-NFL-Draft-Nick-Saban-raves-over-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-Football-DB-Minkah-Fitzpatrick-117145602 them to know theyre getting a Swiss Army Knife of a player. Hes kind of a unique guy, Saban said. A lot of times talented guys dont have overachieving personality types. He wants to be the best and goes out and works hard every day. Hes the exact model you love to have as a coach. The guy is very talented. Hes smart, bright, can learn. He really competed to be the absolute best at what he does. I dont even know if I can describe him well enough. Fitzpatrick will attend the 2018 NFL Draft in Arlington, Texas, on Thursday, April 26. Contact Charlie Potter by 247Sports' personal messaging or on Twitter (@Charlie_Potter (https://twitter.com/Charlie_Potter) ). Author Charlie Potter @ ABOUT CONTACT US ADVERTISERS MEMBER SERVICES HOW IT WORKS CAREERS CUSTOMER SERVICE PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF SERVICE TOGGLE FULL/MOBILE 息 2005-2018 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc.