Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer addressed the limited playing time of transfer wide receiver Noah Rogers during the team’s recent SEC coaches call. Rogers, who transferred from NC State, has logged just 12 snaps since returning from a lower‑body injury suffered at A‑Day practice.
Current usage and recent performance
Since his comeback, Rogers has caught a single 36‑yard pass against South Carolina in his first game back. He saw one snap in the Tide’s 31‑20 victory over Texas A&M and two snaps in the 26‑10 loss to Tennessee. Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb admitted the snap count was “a little bummed,” citing short drives and third‑down struggles as factors.
Coach DeBoer’s confidence
Despite the modest on‑field role, DeBoer praised Rogers’ work ethic in practice, saying, “We really think highly of Noah. He’s a really good football player, and we want to find ways to incorporate him into the offense on a higher level with more opportunities.” The coach noted that personnel groupings, especially the increased use of tight ends in the 12‑personnel package, have limited wide‑receiver reps overall.
DeBoer also highlighted the contributions of fellow receivers Rico Scott and Lotzeir Brooks, who have stepped up in the 12‑personnel sets. Scott posted a career‑day against Texas A&M with six receptions for 156 yards, while Brooks has accumulated 29 receptions for 488 yards and one touchdown this season.
Looking ahead
The Tide will be on a bye week before traveling to Baton Rouge to face No. 15 LSU on November 7. With the anticipated return of injured receiver Ryan Coleman‑Williams, the depth chart could shift again, potentially opening more opportunities for Rogers once the team returns to a more balanced personnel group.
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Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.
