Alabama spring practice position preview - Special teams

Alabama has had a love-hate relationship with its special teams the past few years. The Crimson Tide has loved the consistency it has maintained in the punting game under JK Scott. However, the kicking game has seen a frustrating amount of ups and downs.

The good news for Alabama is that Scott is returning for his senior season and should continue as one of the nation’s best at the position. As for the kicking game, the Tide’s future is still up in the air after the graduation of starter Adam Griffith. Alabama will also look to narrow in on a punt returner and kick returners after using several players at both spots last season.

* Take a look at our projected depth chart for the 2017 season

* Alabama spring practice position preview - Defensive line

* Alabama spring practice position preview - Offensive line

* Alabama spring practice position preview - Wide receivers and Tight ends

* Alabama spring practice position preview - Quarterbacks

* Alabama spring practice position preview - Running backs

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