USC transfer Devan Thompkins arrived in Tuscaloosa with plenty of physical ability, but Alabama defensive coordinator Kane Wommack’s latest comments suggest the Crimson Tide has much bigger plans for the versatile defensive lineman. Thompkins’ ability to line up at multiple positions could make him one of the more intriguing pieces on Alabama’s defense this season. PlayWommack: Devan Thompkins Is a “Special Skillset”Wommack was asked about Thompkins and immediately pointed to the unique combination of size and athleticism the transfer brings to Alabama’s defensive front. But perhaps the most important part of Wommack’s evaluation was Thompkins’ ability to stop the run. Alabama May Have a Versatile Defensive WeaponThe biggest takeaway from Wommack’s comments is that Alabama isn’t simply viewing Thompkins as another defensive lineman.