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Alabama updates depth chart due to players out, others returning

Alabama football has made a few adjustments to the depth chart ahead of tonight’s game against South Carolina. With wolf linebacker Justin Hill and bandit linebacker Desmond Umeozulu missing this game, the Crimson Tide adjusted their depth chart accordingly.

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Multiple SEC schools offer Alabama football’s top DB target ahead of his official visit

One of Alabama football’s top senior defensive back targets is continuing to see his recruitment heat up. Glasco is a 2027 prospect, and he attends Grayson High School in Georgia.

A.J. McCarron News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 26

Former Alabama player tells what is a ‘major concern’ for Tide offense

Former Alabama football quarterback and three-time National Champion AJ McCarron feels pre-snap and operational issues are something the Tide has to clean up immediately.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 25

Nick Saban Opens Up About How He Countered 'Rat Poison' at Alabama

Nick Saban spent his entire career reshaping the college football landscape. Still, even in retirement, the former Alabama head coach continues to offer

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 25

Washington 4-Star WR excited to return to Alabama for night game

Jayze Halasz is expected to be in Tuscaloosa this weekend when the Crimson Tide take on South Carolina in Bryant-Denny Stadium. Halasz is a 2028 four-star wide receiver prospect, and he attends Graham Kapowsin High School in Graham, Washington.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 24

Which SEC Matchups This Weekend Have Biggest Impact on Alabama? Just a Minute

Welcome to BamaCentral’s "Just a Minute," a video series featuring Alabama Crimson Tide on SI's beat writers. Multiple times per week, the writers will group up or film solo to provide their take on a topic concerning the Crimson Tide or the landscape of college sports.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 24

Does 5-Star RB EJ Crowell make DeBoer nervous when he hurdles opponents?

The Alabama Crimson Tide will host the South Carolina Gamecocks at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday night. The Tide will look to build upon an excellent offensive showing against FSU last weekend.

Georgia 4-Star DB remains high on Alabama after visiting for Florida State game

Tyler Boyd made his way back to Alabama to visit the Crimson Tide for their matchup against Florida State last Saturday. Boyd is a 2028 four-star defensive back, and he attends Carrollton High School in Georgia.

Keelon Russell News / ESPN / September 23

'He stays cool, calm': What we've seen from Alabama QB Keelon Russell through three games

Coach Kalen DeBoer has seen improvement "every game," but the Tide will be tested in the coming weeks.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 23

The 'Legendary' Defense That Kane Wommack Has Used As Inspiration For Alabama

Alabama's defensive performance against Florida State was a frustrating reality check for a unit that looked to be among the nation's best. The Crimson Tide, who had allowed just one touchdown that wasn't off a turnover through two games, gave up 36 points and more than 450 yards of offense while folding on third downs against the Seminoles.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 23

Former Alabama QB all in on Tide’s offense being hard to defend for rest of the year

Greg McElroy feels the Alabama offense will be hard to defend for the rest of the college football season after serving as the color commentator for ESPN in the Crimson Tide’s win over Florida State.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 23

Alabama DC Kane Wommack using Tide’s 2015 defense as motivation to get better

Alabama football’s defensive coordinator Kane Wommack recently discussed the Crimson Tide’s 2015 defense with his players. Wommack revealed this on Monday while talking to reporters.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 23

6-foot-3 DB de-commits ahead of Alabama official visit

Preston Glasco announced a de-commitment from UConn on Tuesday. Glasco is a 2027 defensive back, and he attends Grayson High School in Georgia. He holds a recent offer from Alabama, and Georgia is considered to be a program still involved with the defensive back.

College Football News / Action Network / September 22

Heisman Trophy: Chambliss Ties Mensah for the Lead Right Now

Heisman Trophy odds on Polymarket track the probability that a given college football player wins the sport’s top individual award, priced as a live share rather than a traditional line.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / September 22

Alabama OC Ryan Grubb apologizes to Tide fans, but he shouldn't have

Some might say that fans in Tuscaloosa are a bit spoiled.

Mike Locksley could be on hot seat as exchange with reporter raises eyebrows

Jon Sumrall throws shade at Auburn after win at Jordan-Hare Stadium

Bill Belichick's NFL reputation isn't buying him anything at North Carolina

Lane Kiffin's LSU plummets in rankings as playoff hopes take major hit

Texas A&M Aggies get more tough news after loss to Kentucky

James Brockermeyer News / Viral Sports News / September 21

Former Alabama Lineman Gets Abruptly Dumped by NFL Team

James Brockermeyer’s first NFL stop lasted only a few weeks. On Monday, the Atlanta Falcons released the former Alabama offensive lineman from their practice squad, ending a brief stay that began when he signed as an undrafted free agent after the 2026 draft.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 21

Alabama Flips Commitment of 2027 In-State DL

Alabama flipped the commitment of three-star defensive lineman Kavarris Duncan from over the weekend, he confirmed in a post on social media. Duncan had originally been committed to Tulane prior to his flip to join the Crimson Tide.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 21

Alabama QB Keelon Russell just dropped a savage quote that should have Crimson Tide fans fired up about this year’s offense

Russell’s breakout performance against the Seminoles featured his best passing day and a 60-yard rushing touchdown that flipped the game. Every time Keelon Russell opens his mouth, there’s more reason to believe the Alabama Crimson Tide have a national championship-caliber quarterback.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / September 21

Alabama Crimson Tide earns second win of the weekend after flipping in-state commit to bolster its 2027 recruiting class

The 3-star defensive lineman from Talladega adds to a 2027 recruiting class that needed building blocks. The Alabama Crimson Tide picked up a second win in a matter of days.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / September 18

One NFL team reportedly wants Nick Saban in a role with their franchise

Nick Saban officially retired from coaching in January of 2024, and he's been a sports personality ever since. With a football mind as great as Saban's, though, it wouldn't be ridiculous to think he might get back into the sport at some point in a coaching role.

Browns' latest signing adds intrigue to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders situation

Denzel Ward makes strong comments on Browns' Deshaun Watson decision, discusses facing Baker Mayfield

Mike Golic puts Browns' Todd Monken on blast for Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Browns' Jerry Jeudy linked to two potential trade destinations

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 17