Alabama Football Countdown: Howard Cross

As we countdown the days to Alabama's season opener against Middle Tennessee State, which is 85 days away, we highlight an Alabama legend who wore the number corresponding with each day.

Today we recognize former Alabama tight end Howard Cross.

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Cross, a Huntsville native, arrived in Tuscaloosa in 1986, hauling five passes for 75 yards and a score.

In his sophomore and junior seasons, Cross racked up a combined 36 receptions in the next two seasons for 384 yards and three touchdowns.

Cross elected to forgo his senior season to enter the NFL draft, where the New York Giants selected him in the sixth round.

Cross spent his 13-year career in the Big Apple, winning two super bowls (1991, 2001). Cross recorded 201 receptions for over 2,000 yards during his career.

Cross currently does broadcasting work for the New York Giants,

Keep up with Tide 100.9 and @Simonbez1 on Twitter as we countdown the days to Alabama versus Middle Tennessee State!

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