3 players who could wear the helmet communication device for Alabama defense ft. Jihaad Campbell

For Alabama and new coach Kalen DeBoer, every decision is a first-time decision. One particularly unique area is the newly allowed helmet communication devices.

Presumably, QB Jalen Milroe will wear the device while on offense. But on defense, the calculation is more than a bit complicated. Here are three possible Tide defenders who might wear the helmet communication device.

3 players who could wear the helmet communication device for Alabama defense

Alabama safety Malachi Moore could be a solid fit with the helmet communication device but could struggle to communicate from the safety spot. (Photo Credit: IMAGN)

#1 Jihaad Campbell, MLB

The case for Campbell is pretty direct. As the middle linebacker, he's physically in the middle of the defense, often close enough to both the defense line and the secondary to communicate shifts or changes.

Admittedly, the secondary probably has to rely on hand signals, but that's not unusual for their position group.

Campbell also has some experience here. The junior played sparingly in his first year but did start eight games last season, finishing third on the team with 66 tackles.

Admittedly, Campbell doesn't have experience with DeBoer and new coordinator Kane Womack. But who does? As the middle linebacker and a guy with some experience, Campbell would make sense as the device-wearer.

#2 Deontae Lawson, WLB

Much of the same case that can be made for Campbell can also be made for Lawson. As a linebacker, he's still somewhere near the middle of the defense, although perhaps not quite as much so as Campbell.

Lawson also has meaningful experience. Also a junior, Lawson did start four games as a freshman before becoming a full-time starter as a sophomore. His 67 tackles last year was second on the team and tops among returning Alabama players.

Essentially, the upside and downside of Lawson is very similar to Campbell as a defensive device wearer. He has some experience, is a very good and dependable player and is physically in the middle of the defense.

#3 Malachi Moore, S

Moore's situation is different, but that could make him an attractive option to wear the defensive helmet communication device. Moore is a senior, which seems advantageous.

A three-year starter, Moore doesn't lack game experience or leadership ability. Last year, he had 52 tackles and defended five passes.

The issue against Moore is essentially a logistical one. As a safety, he's one of the back lines of defense, which could make it hard for him to communicate shifts or changes to defensive linemen in a hurry.

That communication works okay from linebackers to defensive backs, as hand signals can pass a message. But there are no neat means to communicate to a defensive lineman.

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