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Nick Saban Sends Strong Message on Alabama Expectations After SEC Preseason Poll

Alabama was a constant favorite in the SEC preseason media poll during its reign of dominance under Nick Saban. In the 14 seasons after the Crimson Tide's first national championship with Saban and his eventual retirement, it was picked to win the league 11 times in the preseason poll.

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Observations From Alabama Football Practice on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's fire up a Thursday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Theo Fernandez as we record an episode right after walking off the Alabama football practice field.

Ryan Grubb News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 6

Ryan Grubb Says Alabama's Offensive Line is 'A Little Ways Off' from Starting Five

Alabama football played eight different offensive linemen in significant action in 2025 as the program struggled with continuity up front throughout the year.

QB Reese News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 6

Alabama football flashes potential starting linebacker tandem at practice

Alabama football had QB Reese and Caleb Woodson running drills together at inside linebacker on day two of fall camp. Reese is set to enter his third season with the Crimson Tide after signing with Alabama as a three-star recruit out of Ramsay High School in Birmingham, Alabama.

Kalen Deboer News / A to Z Sports / August 6

Kalen DeBoer sends a message to all of the Alabama Crimson Tide’s doubters on day one of fall camp in Tuscaloosa

The Alabama Crimson Tide are being discounted left and right ahead of the 2026 season, for the first time, maybe ever. What Kalen DeBoer just said proves that Alabama not only has heard the noise but is using it as fuel.

College Football News / The Spun / August 6

Paul Finebaum Outlines Kalen DeBoer's Hot Seat Heading Into 2026

ESPN personality Paul Finebaum isn't afraid to call out Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer on national television, that's for sure. DeBoer, who took over as Alabama's head coach in 2024, is coming off an 11-4 season where he reached the second round of the College Football Playoff.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 6

Alabama Football: 5 Bold Predictions for the Crimson Tide in 2026

No program in the country has higher expectations than the University of Alabama. Nick Saban spoiled Crimson Tide fans. Now, Kalen DeBoer is coaching in Saban’s shadow, attempting to bring the Crimson Tide back to glory.

Kalen Deboer News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 6

Kalen DeBoer's Message For Players in Position Battles at Start of Fall Camp

TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— The quarterback competition between senior Austin Mack and sophomore Keelon Russell is the position battle garnering the most attention as Alabama starts fall camp, but there are several other position battles still to be determined that will have a major impact on the Crimson Tide's success this season.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / August 5

What Kalen DeBoer saw from QB battle at first day of camp

What Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer saw from QB battle at first day of camp

The Alabama Crimson Tide don't know who will be their quarterback just yet for the 2026 season.

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The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

College Football News / EasySportz / August 5

Is Alabama Coming for Revenge After All the Disrespect?

Alabama football isn’t accustomed to being overlooked. For most of the Nick Saban era, the Crimson Tide entered every season as a national championship favorite.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 5

Alabama players who are listed at more than 5 pounds heavier in roster update ahead of fall camp

A handful of Crimson Tide stars have gained a significant amount of weight over the course of the offseason this year. Alabama held an overall record of 11-4 last season, and the Tide will now look to build upon last year’s success in 2026.

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

2026 Alabama High School Football Rankings

With practices having opened across the state this week, and the first games slated for Aug. 20, the Alabama Sports Writers Association released its preseason high school football rankings for the 2026-27 season.

Austin Mack News / A to Z Sports / August 4

College football analyst makes final pick ahead of Alabama’s quarterback battle between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell

The Alabama Crimson Tide will start fall camp this week, and everyone wants to know what will happen at quarterback. Here is a take on who comes out on top from my colleague Ryan Roberts, with added insight from me.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 29

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith says SEC powerhouse was his 'dream school'

Jeremiah Smith has a chance to be one of the best college wide receivers of all-time when all is said and done.

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith's first 'big purchase' was a beautiful gesture for his grandmother

Ohio State laughing all the way to the bank following massive jersey patch sponsorship

Top returning Big Ten quarterbacks heading into 2026 season

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / July 27

Alabama's NFL pipeline led four-star LB Tysir Young to commit early

Tysir Young is one of the top linebacker recruits in the class of 2028.

Josh Heupel, Tennessee land five-star 'weapon' in massive recruiting win

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

Nick Saban News / Yardbarker / July 23

Nick Saban defends SEC amid Big Ten CFP dominance, and he has a point

so many around college football are suggesting that the Big Ten has now taken the mantle from the SEC as the most dominant conference in college football. Saban doesn't want to hear it.

Nick Saban names biggest issue facing HC Kalen DeBoer, Alabama

Saban outlines why Arch Manning has what it takes to lead Texas to title

'Give Knox a hug': SEC commish pokes fun at LSU head coach Lane Kiffin at SEC media days

How LSU HC Lane Kiffin kept eye on Pete Golding after he replaced him at Ole Miss

Steve Sarkisian rips the state of college football: 'We're living in a lawless society'

Five CFB freshmen to watch in 2026: Reclassified Texas five-star DB, next great Ohio State WR, and others

Ryan Williams News / Yardbarker / July 22

Alabama star to graduate at 19; is he on fast track to 2027 draft?

Alabama WR Ryan Coleman-Williams set to graduate at 19; is he on the fast track to 2027 NFL Draft?

Alabama Crimson Tide junior wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams is set to have a degree before sipping on his first legal drink. Does that also mean he's headed for the NFL Draft sooner than later?

Kalen DeBoer, Alabama under fire for lack of toughness in post-Nick Saban era

DeBoer reveals whether Austin Mack or Keelon Russell has separated in QB battle

Nick Saban has a favorite for Alabama's QB competition

Jon Sumrall's intensity could be good for Florida, as long as he doesn't try to throw podiums

Ole Miss HC Pete Golding has no ill will toward LSU HC Lane Kiffin

Marcus Freeman shares update about Notre Dame future amid NFL rumors