Alabama in the NFL: Week Two
September 19, 2018
Week two of the NFL season is complete, and several former Alabama players had impressive performances. They are continuing the legacy of Crimson Tide players making an impact in the NFL and showing what the motto “Built by Bama” means.
During the second week of the season, more than 30 Alabama players saw the field.
Safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix made three tackles and an interception in a 29-29 tie for the Green Bay Packers against the Minnesota Vikings. It was his 12th career interception.
Miami Dolphins running back Kenyan Drake ran for 53 yards and a touchdown on 11 carries. He also caught four passes for 17 yards in a 20-12 win over the New York Jets.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper had ten passes for 116 yards in a 20-19 loss to the Denver Broncos. It was his 12th 100-yard receiving game after having a slow start to the season.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard had three passes for 96 yards. Added to that was a 75-yard touchdown reception. The Buccaneers would go on to win 27-21 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley caught four passes for 64 yards including his first career touchdown. He also had a 3-yard run and kickoff returns for 32 and 18 yards against the Carolina Panthers. Atlanta won 31-24.
Another notable performance was T.J. Yeldon of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Yeldon had ten carries for 58 yards and two receptions for 13 yards in a 31-20 win over the New England Patriots.
Kansas City Chiefs inside linebacker Reggie Ragland made five tackles in their 42-37 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
