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Alabama freshman DB learning from veterans while waiting in the wings

Alabama freshman DB learning from veterans while waiting in the wings

Alabama football’s freshman defensive back Jireh Edwards has earned playing time this season in a veteran-led secondary. Edwards, who was one of the top recruits to sign with Alabama during the 2026 recruiting cycle, has played in eight games for the Tide this season, contributing on defense and special teams.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / November 12

The Challenge That Nate Oats Has for Cole Cloer

Cole Cloer's inexperience has been apparent through the first three games of Alabama's season. Cloer spent last season with North Carolina State, but redshirted and had not seen any action until this year.

Aden Holloway News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / November 12

'It Definitely Changed My Life': Aden Holloway Speaks for First Time Since Suspension

Alabama basketball has players speak to the media after every game, but very rarely before. Nate Oats shared that Alabama guard Aden Holloway wanted to address reporters.

Keelon Russell News / Athlon Sports / November 12
Alabama Announces Keelon Russell Injury Before Vanderbilt Game

Alabama Announces Keelon Russell Injury Before Vanderbilt Game

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Keelon Russell received an injury update Wednesday after playing through an ankle issue in last weekend’s 31-13 victory over the LSU Tigers.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / November 12
Kalen DeBoer screaming to not underestimate Vanderbilt

Kalen DeBoer screaming to not underestimate Vanderbilt

Alabama football’s head coach Kalen DeBoer appears to be telling anyone who will listen that it is important that the Crimson Tide do not overlook Vanderbilt.

Keelon Russell News / Viral Sports News / November 12
Alabama Crimson Tide Reveal Significant Keelon Russell News

Alabama Crimson Tide Reveal Significant Keelon Russell News

Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell has been upgraded to probable for Saturday’s matchup against Vanderbilt after dealing with an ankle injury last weekend.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 11
Kalen DeBoer, Alabama can't look past Vanderbilt

Kalen DeBoer, Alabama can't look past Vanderbilt

Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer has to know his team is excited about the future.

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / November 11
5 Alabama players probable in availability report ahead of Vanderbilt

5 Alabama players probable in availability report ahead of Vanderbilt

Zabien Brown, Keelon Russell, EJ Crowell, Chuck McDonald III and William Sanders are listed as probable in the initial availability report ahead of the Alabama Crimson Tide taking on Vanderbilt.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / November 11

What Should Alabama Basketball's All-Defensive Lineup Be? 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.

Keelon Russell News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / November 11
Alabama football availability report to give better look at status of Keelon Russell for Vanderbilt

Alabama football availability report to give better look at status of Keelon Russell for Vanderbilt

More attention than usual may be on the Alabama Crimson Tide’s initial availability report ahead of its matchup against Vanderbilt. Alabama football’s starting quarterback Keelon Russell dealt with a lower-body injury against LSU.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / November 11
The real reason why the College Football Playoff committee has the Alabama Crimson Tide ahead of Tennessee in latest rankings

The real reason why the College Football Playoff committee has the Alabama Crimson Tide ahead of Tennessee in latest rankings

Alabama at No. 3, Texas at No. 6, and Tennessee at No. 8 all sit at 7-2, and the College Football Playoff committee’s order says plenty about how it weighs the whole resume.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / November 11
College Football Playoff committee keeps getting Alabama wrong, and its latest rankings blunder disrespects 3 deserving teams

College Football Playoff committee keeps getting Alabama wrong, and its latest rankings blunder disrespects 3 deserving teams

The Crimson Tide earned their place inside the top seven, but the committee’s latest decision ignores head-to-head results and stronger one-loss resumes.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / November 11
‘I just don’t like it’ — ESPN’s Jordan Rodgers exposes playoff committee’s favorite talking point for Crimson Tide in Tennessee vs. Alabama debate

‘I just don’t like it’ — ESPN’s Jordan Rodgers exposes playoff committee’s favorite talking point for Crimson Tide in Tennessee vs. Alabama debate

The analyst pointed out the absurdity of a narrative the committee has inexplicably grasped in justifying the gap between the rivals. The second edition of the College Football Playoff rankings saw Tennessee move up from 13 to 8 after a 34-6 drubbing of now-No.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / November 11
A single result could help make the Tennessee—Alabama argument moot, and neither the Vols nor Crimson Tide will determine the outcome

A single result could help make the Tennessee—Alabama argument moot, and neither the Vols nor Crimson Tide will determine the outcome

The Vols could make this all academic by continuing to win and getting some help in Louisiana this weekend. The second edition of the College Football Playoff rankings came out on Tuesday night, and there was no shortage of controversy.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / November 11
Tennessee beat Alabama and still trails Bama in the CFP rankings, but the Vols’ real problem was scheduled over a year ago

Tennessee beat Alabama and still trails Bama in the CFP rankings, but the Vols’ real problem was scheduled over a year ago

Tennessee is ranked five spots below Alabama in this week’s College Football Playoff rankings despite the Vols’ win over the Crimson Tide a few weeks ago.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / November 10
Why Has the College Football Playoff Committee Ranked Two-Loss Alabama So High?

Why Has the College Football Playoff Committee Ranked Two-Loss Alabama So High?

Alabama football jumped from No. 5 to No. 3 in the College Football Playoff committee's second top-25 ranking of the season. The Crimson Tide is now the

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / November 10
Reacting to Alabama's No. 3 College Football Playoff Ranking

Reacting to Alabama's No. 3 College Football Playoff Ranking

Watch the above video to hear Alabama Crimson Tide on SI beat writer Theo Fernandez's reaction to Alabama's No. 3 College Football Playoff committee ranking.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / November 10
Did Alabama Move in the College Football Playoff Rankings After Beating LSU?

Did Alabama Move in the College Football Playoff Rankings After Beating LSU?

The second College Football Playoff poll of the 2026 season has been released. The committee's top 25 teams will be announced on ESPN every Tuesday night up until the release of the 12-team field on Dec.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / November 10
It's Hypocritical Not To Want Alabama in the SEC Championship: Just a Minute

It's Hypocritical Not To Want Alabama in the SEC Championship: 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.

Josh Ford News / TWSN / November 10
Josh Ford’s Injury Puts Alabama’s Tight End Depth to the Test

Josh Ford’s Injury Puts Alabama’s Tight End Depth to the Test

Josh Ford had evolved into a true tight end force for the Alabama Crimson Tide, and just helped them seal the win for good over the LSU Tigers. However he left in the fourth quarter with a knee injury and will undergo season-ending surgery for a torn ACL.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 7
LSU, Lane Kiffin can't escape Alabama's shadow in blowout home loss

LSU, Lane Kiffin can't escape Alabama's shadow in blowout home loss

LSU hired Lane Kiffin in part to finally escape big brother Alabama's shadow. Instead, on Saturday afternoon in Death Valley, the Tigers were swallowed by it.

Keelon Russell, No. 5 Alabama rally to bounce No. 14 LSU
Nebraska makes a major firing after their latest loss
No. 3 Utah's Devon Dampier makes Heisman push in win over No. 9 BYU
Can you name the top 15 receivers in LSU Tigers history?
Alabama Crimson Tide News / The Spun / November 7
Alabama vs. LSU Among 6 College Football Games Saturday That'll Impact The Rankings

Alabama vs. LSU Among 6 College Football Games Saturday That'll Impact The Rankings

With the College Football Playoff rankings officially out, this Saturday’s slate of games just got a bit more interesting. The Week 10 slate will kick off this Saturday at 12 p.m.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / November 6
Alabama gets major boost with Ryan Coleman-Williams set to return

Alabama gets major boost with Ryan Coleman-Williams set to return against LSU

No. 5 Alabama is getting a significant offensive boost heading into Saturday's SEC showdown against No. 14 LSU.

Paul Finebaum blasts CFP committee, rips Alabama's ranking in fiery rant
Missouri gets sense of security as QB Austin Simmons re-signs for 2027
Iowa's chances improve with Aidan Chiles expected to miss Week 10
Oklahoma sticks with QB John Mateer despite pressure to make a change
Miami needs Cooper Barkate to be an alpha WR again with Malachi Toney out
College football Week 10 TV schedule includes two must-see showdowns
Paul Finebaum News / Yardbarker / November 4
Paul Finebaum rips CFP committee, criticizes Alabama's ranking in fiery rant: 'Makes no sense'

Paul Finebaum rips CFP committee, criticizes Alabama's ranking in fiery rant: 'Makes no sense'

Paul Finebaum, also known as "the voice of the SEC," is not happy about the way the College Football Playoff committee went about its business for the reveal of its initial rankings.

CFP chairman Hunter Yurachek's explanation for Alabama-Tennessee gap falls short
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College Football News / Yardbarker / November 4
CFP chairman Hunter Yurachek's explanation for Alabama-Tennessee gap falls short

CFP chairman Hunter Yurachek's explanation for Alabama-Tennessee gap falls short

The College Football Playoff Selection Committee clearly doesn't weigh on-field results as much as it claims. 

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