re: Biggest Loser in the Collins saga

In perspective, Collins has a full physical frame and natural freakish skills. His risks are quite clear:

1) Injury from overplaying which could blunt his natural skills
2) Bust from mental fatigue of leaving home state

I disagree he's missing much by not working with Tommy Mofit. I think our S&C program wouldn't have been able to do much more than him, and over time, that's where our best players are developed. With skills this high, he would want to shine early and take coaching less to heart. Buying into the team of faceless journeymen is not exciting enough for a "bama boy" who wants to get more of a star treatment.

Reminds me of the problem of UT Austin. In Texas, the kids graduate filled out at peak talent and bust in college with lack of progression & injuries. They're also mentally troubled because of the pride of making it to play for UT Austin. This kid is on the same path with Alabama.