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Bama’s Latham, Kiper’s No. 5 OL, to enter draft

Bama's Latham, Kiper's No. 5 OL, to enter draft

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama offensive tackle

“I will always be thankful to coach [Nick] Saban and his staff for their commitment to developing me into the best version of myself both on and off the field,” Latham said. “My teammates and I have built bonds that will last a lifetime and it’s been the greatest honor of my life taking the field with them for the past 3 years.”

Alabama linebacker Dallas Turner had already told reporters after Monday night’s Rose Bowl loss to Michigan that he is heading to the NFL. Both are projected as potential first-round picks.

Starting center Seth McLaughlin is among the Crimson Tide players who have entered the transfer portal.

Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.