One on offense, four on defense and two on special teams earned the honor
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama coaching staff named seven players of the week following the Crimson Tide’s 24-22, quadruple overtime win in last Saturday’s Iron Bowl. John Metchie III on offense; Will Anderson Jr., Jordan Battle, DeMarcco Hellams and Phidarian Mathis on defense; and Khyree Jackson and Will Reichard on special teams were all recognized for their play in the come-from-behind win at Auburn.
OFFENSE
John Metchie III
- Stepped up in the absence of Jameson Williams, catching a career-best 13 passes for 150 yards
- Seemed to be open every time the Tide needed a big play, converting a first down of six of his catches and adding a pair of two-point conversions in overtime
- Caught the game-winning, two-point play in the fourth overtime to help seal the victory
DEFENSE
Will Anderson Jr.
- Fought off double and triple teams all night, finishing with seven tackles
- Contributed a team-high three tackles for loss (-15 yards) as part of the Tide’s season-high 15 in the game
- Also added one sack (-11 yards) to help the Tide defense accumulate six total by day’s end
Jordan Battle
- Finished with six tackles on the day, including one for loss (-1 yard)
- His tackle for loss set up an Auburn three-and-out late in the fourth quarter
- The huge defensive stop led to the game-tying touchdown for UA and guided the Tide to the eventual win
DeMarcco Hellams
- Broke up a team-high two passes on the night
- Finished with six total tackles, including half a stop for loss (-1 yard) to go with the PBUs
- Helped the Tide secondary limit the Tigers to only 137 yards passing
Phidarian Mathis
- Paired with Will Anderson Jr. to provide a spark up front for the Tide defense
- Totaled three tackles, including a team-high 1.5 sacks (-11 yards)
- Played a key role for a defensive unit that allowed just 159 yards of offense on the night
SPECIAL TEAMS
Khyree Jackson
- Continued his consistent play on special teams
- Helped the Tide coverage units keep Auburn from breaking a big return
Will Reichard
- Hit from 30 yards out for the Tide’s first points of the day
- Followed that up with a 38-yarder in the second overtime to keep the game alive
- Added three kickoffs for 193 yards and two touchbacks to go with his one made PAT