The Alabama Crimson Tide kicked off their first day of spring practice this afternoon and there are loads of new faces on offense and defense, and on the coaching staff as well.
Valai is replacing Karl Scott, who left to become the Minnesota Vikings defensive backs coach. Valai has worked under some great coaches, like Andy Reid and Kirby Smart; however, now he gets the chance to work under Nick Saban. ESPN reporter Adam Rittenberg first reported the news.