Jahmyr Gibbs reveals why coming to Alabama isn't that big of a culture shock
Former Georgia Tech running back Jahmyr Gibbs made the move to Alabama this offseason as one of the top transfer portal targets in the country. After receiving high praise from his new teammates and coaches throughout the spring and summer, he is ready to hit the field and showcase his talent in front of the fans.
Despite coming from a team which struggled to a 3-9 record in 2021, he said during a recent press conference that the shift in culture was not as extreme as many would believe coming to a perineal contender.
“It’s not really a huge difference, because a lot of coaches that were at Alabama that’s at (Georgia Tech) right now,” said Gibbs. “So they brought that culture there. So it’s basically the same thing.”
Among the former Alabama assistants currently on staff at Georgia Tech, head coach Geoff Collins and run game coordinator Brent Key stand out. While Collins only spent one season on staff in 2007, he hired Key as an important part of his staff after three seasons as the offensive line coach under Nick Saban.
Jahmyr Gibbs explains Alabama move
Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs is preparing for his third collegiate season after opting to trade the big city of Atlanta and Georgia Tech for Tuscaloosa and the Crimson Tide. Gibbs explained his decision to leave Georgia Tech for the transfer portal and what his goals are at Alabama as he hit the media podium on Friday.
“I think it was the best opportunity for me to better myself,” Gibbs told reporters. “No knock on my old teammates, I love them, still talk to them every day, they’re a great group of guys, but I made the best decision for me.”
After posting 746 rushing yards and 470 receiving yards for the Yellowjackets last season, and transferring to the top CFP title contender, Gibbs is an early favorite for the 2022 Heisman.
The versatile running back does not want to think about individual awards though. He has his focus set on achieving team success before looking at his individual box score.
“I don’t really look into that very much,” Gibbs said of his personal goals. “I’m more of a team guy. So, I really want to win a national championship first.”