BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Alabama running game was one of the worst in college football last season, clocking in a 123 out of 134 eligible teams. Despite rushing for a paltry 104.1 yards per game, the Crimson Tide still made the SEC Championship Game and won a College Football Playoff Game. Improving the ground game is one of Alabama's primary focuses this offseason. The Crimson Tide hired a new offensive line coach, brought in six transfers and a multiple freshman as they reworked the trenches, but the offensive line doesn't bear all the responsibility. The Crimson Tide recruited 5-star running back EJ Crowell out of Jackson, Alabama, to join the program and give the running back room some juice. Crowell reclassified into the Class of 2026 and enrolled early with the Crimson Tide, but suffered a minor injury and missed most of spring practice. "Just soft tissue deal," offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb said in the spring. "He's OK. Just being cautious.…