Racin Delgatty, an offensive lineman for the Alabama Crimson Tide, made his voice heard after the team’s season‑opening victory over East Carolina, a 48‑10 win that set an early tone for the campaign.
The excitement turned to controversy when Trae'shawn Brown’s 68‑yard touchdown run in the third quarter was nullified by a holding penalty, prompting boos from the crowd and a sharp rebuke from Delgatty, who labeled the call “BS” and said it was a poor decision.
Coaches told the lineman not to dwell on the penalty, and while the crowd’s reaction shifted from celebration to disapproval, Delgatty’s focus remained on the road ahead.
Delgatty’s First Impressions at Bryant‑Denny Stadium
For Delgatty, stepping onto the hallowed turf of Bryant‑Denny Stadium for the first time was a surreal experience, especially after a career at Cal Poly, and he described the atmosphere as both exhilarating and overwhelming.
The Crimson Tide’s next challenge will be a road trip to Kentucky on September 12, followed by a September 19 showdown with Florida State, tests that Delgatty says he is eager to meet.
With the early‑season momentum still evident, Delgatty says he will keep his head down, learn from the penalty controversy, and push the team toward the next victories.