Daniel Hill News, Rumors, Updates - Alabama Crimson Tide

Warming up with starters Hill was observed as the first running back going through drills ahead of Saturday's game against Georgia, Charlie Potter of On3.com reports.

Impact In the absence of Jam Miller (lower leg), Hill is expected to see a larger workload during the SEC Championship and has been running with the first team during pregame warmups. The sophomore running back back has averaged 3.8 yards-per-carry on 57 carries across nine appearances this season.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

May be lead back in title game Hill may be Alabama's top option at running for the SEC Championship Game with Georgia on Saturday, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.

Impact Jam Miller (lower leg) is questionable for the SEC Championship Game but looks more doubtful than probable going into Saturday's matchup. Without him or Kevin Riley (undisclosed), Alabama would lean on Hill to start at running back. He has strong momentum going into the title game, with five touchdowns across his last six matchups.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Alabama run game showed signs of life vs. Oklahoma. Will it continue? Daniel Hill emerged as potential answer to Alabama's ground-game struggles with his performance against Oklahoma.

NOVEMBER 20 • AL.COM

Lead back in loss to OU Hill posted 15 carries for 60 yards and two touchdowns and reeled in all five targets for 37 yards during Saturday's 23-21 defeat to Oklahoma.

Impact Hill saw his work share spike in the loss to Oklahoma. After watching his usage uptick, Hill took the lion's share of the work in this one. Hill received 15 carries to just 9 for starter Jam Miller. Hill was the more effective back on the day averaging 4.0 yards per carry and will likely continue to get the bulk of the work moving forward.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

No. 11 Oklahoma travels with its defense again and upsets No. 4 Alabama 23-21

Oklahoma’s playmaking defense traveled great again, this time coming up with 17 points off three turnovers for a 23-21 upset of Alabama

NOVEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Touchdown in win over LSU Hill had seven carries for 21 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 20-9 win over LSU.

Impact Hill split carries with Jam Miller on Saturday as Miller had eight carries for 13 yards to Hill's seven. While Hill wasn't very effective with just 3 yards per carry, he was the more effective of the two running backs and has been for the last few games. Hill also managed to plow in for the lone rushing touchdown of the game.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Leading receiver in win over SCar Hill had three carries for 10 yards and four catches for 72 yards in Saturday's 29-22 win over South Carolina.

Impact Hill saw a big uptick in playing time on Saturday against the Gamecocks as he was the main backup to veteran Jam Miller. While Miller outpaced Hill 10 to three in carries, Hill out performed Miller in the passing game with four catches for 76 yards to Millers three for 23. Hill ultimately found himself as the Tide's leading receiver on the day and broke loose for a couple long receptions including a big 41 yard catch and run to set up a touchdown late in the fourth quarter.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Touchdown in win over Tennessee Hill had seven carries for 34 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 37-20 win over Tennessee.

Impact Hill has seen his usage increase over the past couple weeks. The sophomore running back struggled with some injuries early in the season but has gotten healthy in recent week. After opening the season with five touches Hill didn't hit that mark again until a week ago when he received seven. With eight this week Hill had a new season high. Hill was used as the closing running back down the stretch to run out the clock in this one. In that Hill was able to find the endzone for a touchdown in back-to-back games.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Touchdown in win over Tennessee Hill had seven carries for 34 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 37-20 win over Tennessee.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Alabama Beats Tennessee, Earns 4th Straight Win over Top 25 Opponent

No. 6 Alabama controlled the game against No. 11 Tennessee and easily earned its fourth straight win against an opponent ranked in the AP To...

OCTOBER 19 • FOX SPORTS

Alabama Beats Tennessee, Earns 4th Straight Win over Top 25 Opponent

No. 6 Alabama stifles No. 11 Tennessee 37-20 for its 4th straight win over a ranked team

Zabien Brown returned an interception 99 yards for a touchdown as time expired in the first half and No_ 6 Alabama rolled to a 37-20 victory over No_ 11 Tennessee in the rivalry kn...

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Touchdown in win over Mizzou Hill had six carries for 16 with one catch for one yard and a touchdown in Saturday's 27-24 win over Missouri.

Impact Hill received a few carries in the middle of the game for the Crimson Tide however, after Jam Miller went down with an injury in the fourth quarter, Hill came in and looked to assume primary duties in the backfield. In the role, Hill cashed in on a goal line pop pass for a touchdown.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

QB Ty Simpson Shines, Alabama Outlasts Missouri in 3rd Straight Ranked SEC Win

Ty Simpson threw for 200 yards and three scores, leading No. 8 Alabama to a 27-24 victory over No. 14 Missouri on Saturday..

OCTOBER 11 • FOX SPORTS

QB Ty Simpson Shines, Alabama Outlasts Missouri in 3rd Straight Ranked SEC Win

Ty Simpson shines as No. 8 Alabama edges No. 14 Missouri 27-24 to push winning streak to 5

Ty Simpson threw for 200 yards and three touchdowns, leading eighth-ranked Alabama to a 27-24 victory over No. 14 Missouri

OCTOBER 11 • Associated Press

Participates in Sunday practice Hill (undisclosed) participated in Alabama's team practice Sunday, Charlie Potter of On3.com reports.

Impact In terms of running back order, Hill ran behind both Jam Miller and Richard Young. Still, there is at least an adequate chance that the RB3 can improve from 2024. During then, Hill logged 21 carries for 61 yards, one touchdown and a three-yard reception.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out spring workout Hill (undisclosed) did not participate in Alabama's last spring workout Saturday, Mike Rodak of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hill is Alabama's only running back to have sat out Alabama's last spring workout. Already down on the 2025 Crimson Tide's depth chart, he would need to get back on the field as soon as possible to improve his standing.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Hill (undisclosed) is not listed on the team's injury report for Saturday's contest against Missouri.

Impact Hill missed several weeks due to an undisclosed injury but coopers to be ready to go for this contest. The true freshman running back has logged 13 carries for 37 yards and one touchdown across two appearances this season.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Hill (undisclosed) will not play in Saturday's game at Tennessee.

Impact Hill will miss his fourth straight game Saturday for undisclosed reasons. He has appeared in two games this season, rushing 13 times for 37 yards and a touchdown. The true freshman may be headed towards a redshirt this season which would only allow him to play in two more regular season games.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seen in normal practice jersey Hill (arm) was seen wearing a normal practice jersey during Alabama's team practice Tuesday, Mike Rodak of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hill being seen wearing a normal practice jersey, and not in a sling, indicates his arm is perfectly healthy again. With that problem out of the way, the 6-foot-1, 241-pound running back from Mississippi can focus on beginning his collegiate career during 2024.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Arm in sling during practice Hill was seen on the sidelines with his arm in a sling during Sunday's practice, per Mike Rodak of 247Sports.com.

Impact It's tough news for Hill, the former four-star recruit out of Mississippi, as he could potentially miss at least the start of the 2024 season, depending on the severity of his injury. The true freshman likely would have been buried in Alabama's depth chart regardless to start the season, but it remains to be seen how long coaches anticipate Hill will be out.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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No. 11 Oklahoma travels with its defense again and upsets No. 4 Alabama 23-21

Alabama Beats Tennessee, Earns 4th Straight Win over Top 25 Opponent

No. 6 Alabama stifles No. 11 Tennessee 37-20 for its 4th straight win over a ranked team

QB Ty Simpson Shines, Alabama Outlasts Missouri in 3rd Straight Ranked SEC Win

Ty Simpson shines as No. 8 Alabama edges No. 14 Missouri 27-24 to push winning streak to 5