Two games into his new career in the Alliance of American Football, former Alabama standout Trent Richardson is becoming a fan favorite for the Birmingham Iron.

One of the most recognizable names in the new professional football league, Richardson led his team in rushing and receiving — with 91 total yards — and scored the go-ahead touchdown in Saturday's 12-9 victory over Salt Lake.

Richardson's two-yard touchdown plunge with 4:48 remaining helped the Iron erase a 9-0 halftime deficit and capped his second consecutive impressive outing in what represents a new start to his career.

The media has taken notice to Richardson's resurgence as well:

A familiar sight for #RollTide fans as Trent Richardson scores the game winner for the home team! #ForgeOn shuts out Salt Lake in the 2nd half and wins it 12-9. ??pic.twitter.com/PCwcrumqJq — MyBookie Sportsbook (@betmybookie) February 16, 2019 Richardson's go-ahead touchdown late in the fourth quarter on Saturday was the eventual game-winner, his third score in two games to start his career in the AAF. He leads all running backs in yards after contact and touchdowns through two games, per Pro Football Focus.

Trent Richardson of the Birmingham Iron is suddenly looking like 2011 Trent Richardson of the Alabama Crimson Tide. I'm going to be doing a long story on Trent soon. — Lars Anderson (@LarsAnderson71) February 16, 2019 The Doak Walker award winner in Tuscaloosa during his junior campaign in 2011, Richardson rushed for 1,679 yards and 21 touchdowns for the Crimson Tide. The two-time BCS national champion was also a two-time All-SEC ballcarrier and earned the league's offensive player of the year honor during his best collegiate season. He's one of Alabama's all-time greats in the backfield.

Trent Richardson scores the go-ahead TD as the Iron move to 2-0. Birmingham takes down Salt Lake 12-9 #ForgeOn #JoinTheAlliance pic.twitter.com/Jfb1gSAkRn — Chris Renkel CBS 42 (@Chris_Renkel) February 16, 2019 Look familiar? In goal line situations, Richardson has always been adept at finding the end zone. One of college football's most dependable backs inside the 20 during his career at Alabama, once Richardson sees red, he's a terror to bring down.

First Josh Gordon gets a ring and now Trent Richardson is 2-0.



I see you working, 2019. — McNeil (@Reflog_18) February 16, 2019 Two months in, 2019 has been quite the year for comeback stories. Suspended indefinitely by the NFL in December, Gordon was one of New England's leading targets this season before substance abuse ultimately cost him an opportunity to perform in the Playoffs and Super Bowl. He still got his ring from the franchise and now Richardson is writing his own redemption story.

Trent Richardson said today was special for him because his granddad got to come to the game and watch him play for the first time in 10 years. — Marq Burnett (@Marq_Burnett) February 16, 2019 How awesome is this? Richardson's grandfather enjoyed the opportunity to see his grandson play professional football after missing his tenure in the NFL, at least in person. That had to be a special moment for the Richardson family.

trent richardson gets tackled by his dreads #AAF pic.twitter.com/shKRhsKhjE — Jordan Heck (@JordanHeckFF) February 16, 2019 Ouch! Richardson bounced right back up after this play and helped the Iron win their second game in comeback fashion.

I have no idea if Trent Richardson will ever get another shot in the NFL, but it’s dope as hell and I’m happy for him that he’s getting a chance to have some success with the Iron — Owen Riese (@RieseDraft) February 10, 2019 At times, Richardson has looked like his vintage self that resembles the skill set that led him to be a first-round pick in 2012. While his NFL career flamed out, Richardson is making the most of his new opportunity.