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Nick Saban Evaluates Alabama's Season, Speaks on Success of Former Assistants

Nick Saban Evaluates Alabama's Season, Speaks on Success of Former Assistants

Just a week removed from Alabama's lopsided Rose Bowl loss to Indiana, former Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban joined ESPN's "The Pat McAfee Show," to discuss the season as a whole, as well as dive into a question that has permeated throughout the Alabama fan base since last Thursday's game.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / January 7

Alabama Standout Freshman Re-Signs With Crimson Tide for 2026

Alabama offensive tackle Michael Carroll is re-signing with the Crimson Tide for 2026, per On3's Hayes Fawcett. Carroll earned Freshman All-SEC Team honors by the league coaches after seeing time in 13 games with five starts, while expanding on his role each week.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / January 7
Why Saban hopes DeBoer gets ‘ship going in the right direction’ at Alabama soon

Why Saban hopes DeBoer gets ‘ship going in the right direction’ at Alabama soon

On the Pat McAfee show, the topic of Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide came up during an interview with Nick Saban, and Saban shared his thoughts about Alabama’s 2025 season and how DeBoer is doing at Alabama.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / January 7

Alabama Adds In Transfer Portal and Bama Basketball Goes to Broadway on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's kick off a Wednesday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods as we talk about the Crimson Tide's latest losses and gains in the transfer portal.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / January 7
Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / January 7
Ty Simpson's Alabama decision could have multiple drawbacks

Ty Simpson's Alabama decision could have multiple drawbacks

After being benched in the New Year's Day loss to Indiana, it was time for Simpson and Alabama to explore other options.

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Alabama is an early team to watch for one of the Tennessee Vols' best transfer players

Alabama is an early team to watch for one of the Tennessee Vols' best transfer players

News broke late Tuesday night that Tennessee Vols EDGE Jordan Ross is entering the NCAA transfer portal. Ross, 6-foot-5/245 pounds from Vestavia Hills, AL, is a former five-star recruit who signed with Tennessee during the 2024 recruiting cycle.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / January 7
Which Alabama players have plans to transfer after fifth day of portal opening?

Which Alabama players have plans to transfer after fifth day of portal opening?

Alabama football added two more players from the transfer portal on Tuesday. The Tide picked up commitments from offensive lineman Kaden Strayhorn and linebacker Caleb Woodson.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / January 6
Alabama Football Adds Big 10 Offensive Lineman from Transfer Portal

Alabama Football Adds Big 10 Offensive Lineman from Transfer Portal

Former Michigan offensive lineman Kaden Strayhorn is transferring to the Alabama Crimson Tide Football program according to On3 Sports' Hayes Fawcett. Strayhorn was a 3-star prospect in the Class of 2025 out of IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla.

Kalen Deboer News / AL.com / January 5
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Alabama Crimson Tide lands massive transfer portal win to help revive its biggest weakness that ultimately ended its season

Alabama Crimson Tide lands massive transfer portal win to help revive its biggest weakness that ultimately ended its season

The Alabama Crimson Tide is looking to reload in the transfer portal and return to National Championship contention next year. We've already seen Alabama lose a lot of notable names in the portal since its season came to an ugly end, but they will be aggressive in making sure they get talent back as well.

College Football News / Yardbarker / January 5
Indiana's dominant win over Alabama in Rose Bowl drew massive viewership

Indiana's dominant win over Alabama in Rose Bowl drew massive viewership

The Indiana Hoosiers are apparently a national phenomenon.

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College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 5
Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver has a sudden change of heart just hours after entering the transfer portal

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver has a sudden change of heart just hours after entering the transfer portal

So far, the transfer portal hasn't been kind to the Alabama Crimson Tide. The team has seen far more departures than additions, but it's still early. There are plenty of dominoes to fall for the Tide, including what happens next with quarterback Ty Simpson.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / January 5

Who's Coming and Going for Alabama Football on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's really kick off the new year with the first offseason Monday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Theo Fernandez. The program gets

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Total Apex Sports / January 2
Alabama Loses Former 5-Star Wide Receiver To The Transfer Portal

Alabama Loses Former 5-Star Wide Receiver To The Transfer Portal

The Alabama Crimson Tide football program is set to lose another former top-tier recruit, as wide receiver Jaylen Mbakwe has announced his intention to enter the NCAA transfer portal.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / December 31
Alabama doesn’t need ‘perfect’ from drop-prone WR Ryan Williams — but it needs better

Alabama doesn’t need ‘perfect’ from drop-prone WR Ryan Williams — but it needs better

Williams has taken a step back after an electric freshman season.

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