The Alabama Crimson Tide had a relatively rough first transition year in the wake of legendary head coach Nick Saban retiring. Quarterback Jalen Milroe had every opportunity to jump ship but decided to stay and help new boss Kalen DeBoer try and keep the program from falling into a competitive slump.

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer joined the Pat McAfee Show on Tuesday afternoon and had some interesting things to say. One thing that stood out in particular was a comment that he made in regard to quarterback Jalen Milroe.

Quarterback Jalen Milroe led the way in Week 14 with a dominant rushing performance, racking up 104 yards and three touchdowns on 17 carries, giving him 20 rushing touchdowns on the season. Outside of Alabama's Playoff hopes,

Jalen Milroe did not participate in Alabama football's senior day ceremony before the Iron Bowl against Auburn. But he did have a moment.

While Alabama football hosted Auburn, Jalen Milroe reached an SEC record that hasn't been achieved since Johnny Manziel in 2012.

Mark Heim is a reporter for The Alabama Media Group. Follow him on Twitter @Mark_Heim. He can be heard on “The Opening Kickoff” on WNSP-FM 105.5 FM in Mobile or on the free Sound of Mobile App from 6 to 9 a.m. daily.