Sophomore defensive back Ivan Taylor embraced the challenge, though, saying that putting in the work during the dog days of summer is why you come to Alabama. It truly was, but it was good, and it was needed," Taylor said on Saturday at the Mal Moore Practice Facility. Entering year two, Taylor wants to see an increased role and believes he's ready for the next step. Wyatt Fulton is the Tide 100.9 DME and Brand Manager, primarily covering Alabama Crimson Tide football and men's basketball. For more Crimson Tide coverage, follow Wyatt on X (Formerly known as Twitter) at @FultonW_.