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Judge Makes Decision Regarding Aden Holloway's Request to Travel Out of State

CHICAGO — Alabama basketball arrived in the Windy City on Wednesday evening for the Midwest Regional, but <a href="/college_basketball/players/aden_holloway/924593">Aden Holloway</a> wasn't on the plane. However, on Thursday evening, Jason Neff, Holloway's attorney, filed a request for him to be allowed to travel out of state beginning today, and judge Joanne Jannik approved it on Friday morning.

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Analyst shares rough update for Ty Simpson about possibly becoming a first-round draft pick

Following his recent pro-day workout, Simpson insisted that he "absolutely" believes he has "done everything" to become a first-round pick during the 2026 NFL Draft. Some members of the NFL community disagree with Simpson's assessment.

Only one GM attended Alabama's Pro Day amid Ty Simpson-Fernando Mendoza debate

Has this NFL insider heard that teams have Ty Simpson ranked ahead of Fernando Mendoza?

Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer addresses major Ty Simpson draft concern

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 26

Yaxel Lendeborg was surprised Nate Oats said he tried to recruit him when he entered the portal

Nimari Burnett News / AL.com / March 26

Nimari Burnett talks about his time playing at Alabama and his thoughts on facing his former team

Nate Oats News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / March 26

Alabama Players Say Nate Oats Has 'Look in His Eyes' Ahead of Sweet 16

CHICAGO–– In just seven years, Nate Oats has taken Alabama basketball to levels that no coach had reached bfore in Tuscaloosa. Oats took Alabama to the program's first Final Four in 2024, and the Crimson Tide is about to play in its fourth straight Sweet 16.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 26

Nate Oats on UNC, high-profile CBB HC openings: “To me there’s absolutely no reason to leave here”

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 26

Alabama forward Amari Allen on what it’s like to be a freshman starting in the NCAA Tournament

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 26

Aiden Sherrell on Alabama being the underdog and what it’s like to be facing his hometown team

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 26

Nate Oats and Rico Bosco share a moment during Sweet 16 practice in Chicago! #RTR #Barstool #CBB

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 26

Georgia 4-Star RB to visit Alabama soon after receiving offer

Gary Walker wants to get to Alabama soon after recently earning an offer from the Crimson Tide. Walker attends Creekside High School in Fairburn, Georgia, and he garners a four-star rating from most recruiting sites as a 2027 prospect.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 26

Has this NFL insider heard that teams have Ty Simpson ranked ahead of Fernando Mendoza?

Is Dan Orlovsky's controversial Mendoza/Simpson opinion more common among NFL teams than people think?

Ty Simpson sends message to teams that may draft, pass on him after pro day

Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer addresses major Ty Simpson draft concern

What do the numbers say about Dan Orlovsky's controversial Fernando Mendoza-Ty Simpson take?

Raiders' Ashton Jeanty addresses Fernando Mendoza-Ty Simpson debate

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 26

Here’s a look inside Alabama's Thursday practice at the United Center in Chicago ahead of Sweet 16

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 26

Wetumpka 6-foot-5 ATH expected to visit Alabama football

Kaleb Ballard is eyeing a visit to Alabama football this week as his recruitment continues to grow at a rapid pace. Ballard is a sophomore at Wetumpka High School and is a member of the 2028 recruiting class.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 26

Only one GM attended Alabama's Pro Day amid Ty Simpson-Fernando Mendoza debate

Attendance at Alabama's Pro Day seems to indicate the Fernando Mendoza-Ty Simpson debate is rather silly.

Has this NFL insider heard that teams have Ty Simpson ranked ahead of Fernando Mendoza?

What do the numbers say about Dan Orlovsky's controversial Fernando Mendoza-Ty Simpson take?

Dan Orlovsky responds to conspiracy theory about Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson draft take

NFL insider responds to Dan Orlovsky comments about draft take conspiracy theory

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

Deontae Lawson News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 26

Deontae Lawson details his experience with meeting with NFL teams before draft

At the end of his performance at Alabama football’s Pro Day, NFL Draft prospect Deontae Lawson spoke with the media and chatted about what it’s like meeting with scouts, coaches and general managers from NFL teams in the middle of NFL Draft season.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / March 27

Ty Simpson sends message to teams that may draft, pass on him after pro day

Some have suggested that Simpson could slide to the bottom third or even out of the draft's first round on the night of April 23.

Fernando Mendoza-Simpson debate: Hot take among latest NFL Draft intel

Orlovsky responds to conspiracy theory about Mendoza, Simpson draft take

Mel Kiper Jr. offers passionate response to Orlovsky about Simpson take

Mendoza or Simpson: What do numbers say?

Arvell Reese's awkward pro day raises eyebrows but won't hurt NFL Draft stock

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

Alabama Gymnast Named SEC Co-Freshman of Year, Four Others Earn All-SEC Honors

From her very first collegiate routine on the uneven bars Week 1 against Clemson when she scored a 9.975, Alabama gymnast Azaraya Ra-Akbar showed why she was going to be one of the best freshman gymnasts in the country this season.

Ryan Williams News / A to Z Sports / March 25

Alabama may have just found its next Ryan Williams following release of video from recent Crimson Tide spring football practice

The Alabama Crimson Tide is back on the practice field after spring break last week, and the intensity is being ramped up ahead of the annual A-Day spring scrimmage, set for April 11.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / College Football News / March 25

Michigan vs Alabama Prediction and Preview: NCAA Tournament Sweet 16

Michigan and Alabama have managed to carve out excellent basketball programs at football-dominant schools - the Wolverines more so than the Crimson Tide - and the two mega-brands are about to put on a show.