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Alabama 2018 spring practice position preview — Running backs

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Alabama Crimson Tide running back Damien Harris (34) runs the ball during the first quarter Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Photo | USA Today
Alabama Crimson Tide running back Damien Harris (34) runs the ball during the first quarter Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Photo | USA Today

Alabama is once again loaded at the running back position. Despite losing Bo Scarbrough to the NFL, the Crimson Tide could actually be stronger at the position this season as 1,000-yard rusher Damien Harris returns to lead a backfield that features four extremely talented options.

While Harris will most likely enter the season as Alabama’s primary back, the Crimson Tide will also rotate former five-star Najee Harris as well as change-of-pace back Josh Jacobs into the equation often. Tuscaloosa, Ala., native Brian Robinson should also get more carries as he heads into an extended role in his sophomore season.

Below is a breakdown of how the race will play out and who will come out on top:

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