While UA fans would rather not consider such a scenario for the upcoming season, how far along Milroe is as a passer would go miles in determining how much of the offense would be in play should the sophomore's presence be required for an extended stretch. Milroe appears to be in a good place where the race behind Bryce Young is concerned. Randolph doesn't have the look of the classic, powerful interior lineman, but he does offer athleticism, a strong grasp of blocking schemes and championship-level intangibles to the unit. Not that he doesn't have experience at the position but if there's a surprise where his latest challenge is concerned, it's that it is coming at left guard, where Javion Cohen started 14 games a season ago.
The elder statesman of the Alabama offense, Randolph is once again in the mix for a starting job. If he's the third guy in three wide receiver sets to open the season, though, dependability that starts with catching the football on a consistent basis will likely be the determining factor. It's there where his combination of size, polish and ability to win in traffic make him an attractive option in the red zone and on third down. With UA down a couple of slot receivers - JoJo Earle (foot) and Aaron Anderson(knee) - inside is where Holden is currently needed most. He's not going to take the top off the defense, but being well-versed in the different spots at his position goes a long way in making Holden a candidate for a top role in the rotation. Six Alabama players (and one to grow on) on the clock for Saturday's scrimmage at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Quarterback Jalen Milroe (Photo: Stuart McNair, 247Sports)