Alabama Crimson Tide: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Alabama continues to fight off two prominent programs for blue-chip pass rusher who can put Tide's 2026 recruiting class over the top

Anthony "Tank" Jones has long been one of the top priorities for Alabama out on the recruiting trail. According to the Rivals Industry Rankings, the instate five-star is currently rated as the No.

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Let's fire up a Thursday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods and AL.com's Matt Stahl as we look at BamaCentral's position preview and talk about the Crimson Tide.

College Football News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 24

Former Nick Saban staffer believes a coaching return comes down to one major factor

While former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy shared that reliable sources had detailed that his previous head coach, Nick Saban, would one day make a return to the sidelines other individuals linked to Saban have said otherwise.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 24

Critical piece of Alabama offensive line rotation playing with ‘sense of urgency’

Alabama football’s offensive lineman, Geno VanDeMark competed to start at left guard for Alabama while also taking snaps as a backup center during the spring.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 24

AJ McCarron pleads with Alabama football fans to be patient with Ty Simpson

Former Alabama quarterback, AJ McCarron wants Alabama football fans to be patient with Ty Simpson if he wins the Crimson Tide’s quarterback competition.

Greg McElroy News / AL.com / July 23

Greg McElroy on the win that sent shockwaves through college football

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

AJ McCarron Shares Anecdote for Why Fans Need to be Patient With Ty Simpson

Alabama football is considered The Standard because of its 18 National Championships, 84 first-round draft picks, 30 SEC Championships and so many more accolades.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 23

Alabama LB exploding into backfield ahead of 2025 season

Alabama football’s linebacker, Qua Russaw continues to garner high praise from his teammates ahead of the 2025 football season. The Crimson Tide are going through summer workouts ahead of fall camp, and Russaw appears to have taken a massive step.

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

Alabama Basketball to Face Furman in Preseason Exhibition

Alabama men's basketball will face Furman on the road in a preseason exhibition on Oct. 26, per Furman Athletics. This will be the Crimson Tide's second preseason exhibition as it'll go head-to-head with Florida State in Birmingham on Oct.

Tim Keenan News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / July 23

Tim Keenan at SEC Media Days and Alabama's New QB Commit on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's jump into the Wednesday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods by playing our interview with Alabama defensive lineman Tim Keenan from SEC Media Days, talking about the defensive line room, discussing the Crimson Tide's new quarterback commit, and addressing SEC disrespect from the Big 10 and ACC Media Days.

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

2025 Alabama Crimson Tide Position Preview: Defensive Line

A consistent theme from Alabama defensive players and coaches throughout the spring was increasing the Crimson Tide's sack total this season. Last year, Alabama finished tied for 64th with 25 sacks on the season, by the far the lowest total in the last decade for an Alabama defense.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / July 22

Alabama lands four-star quarterback over BYU, Boise State

The Alabama Crimson Tide are hoping that they've found a player who can compete to be the quarterback of their future.

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Keon Keeley News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 22

Former 5-Star Edge Keon Keeley finds home at new position

Alabama football’s redshirt sophomore, Keon Keeley appears to be closer than he has ever been to seeing meaningful playing time. Keeley signed with Alabama as one of the top edge prospects in the 2023 recruiting class.

Jaeden Roberts News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 22

Alabama OL Jaeden Roberts puts up insane numbers on the squat rack

Alabama offensive lineman Jaeden Roberts is putting in work during the offseason program even going as far as breaking records on the squat rack. It was revealed during a post by his mother Twanisha on Monday, that Roberts had allegedly put up a 900 lb rep.

College Basketball News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / July 22

Where Labaron Philon Wants to Improve Ahead of Sophomore Campaign

Alabama guard Labaron Philon is carrying a large weight on his shoulders ahead of next season. Philon entered the 2025 NBA Draft but later withdrew just a couple of hours before the deadline.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / July 22

Why Labaron Philon Returned to Alabama

Alabama guard Labaron Philon announced his return to Alabama on the night of May 28 and just hours before the 2025 NBA Draft withdrawal deadline. The Crimson Tide freshman phenom previously said that he was staying in the 2025 NBA Draft process.

Deontae Lawson News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / July 22

Deontae Lawson Joined The Joe Gaither Show

Let's have a big Tuesday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods by playing our interview with Alabama linebacker Deontae Lawson from SEC Media Days and discussing the Crimson Tide linebacker room as a whole.

Davin Cosby News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / July 22

Former Alabama Basketball Player Hospitalized From 'Serious' Car Accident

Former Alabama and current Kennesaw State men's basketball guard Davin Cosby Jr. was involved in a serious car accident on July 13 that required two emergency surgeries.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Deontae Lawson confirms suspicion about second-year defensive back Red Morgan after he contributed at Husky as a freshman

Red Morgan was only a true freshman last season, but he still managed to earn a role almost immediately after stepping on campus. The former Central High School (Phenix City, AL) standout wasn't a blue-chip recruit though.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / EasySportz / July 21

2025 Alabama Football Season Preview: Year Two After Saban Begins

The Alabama Crimson Tide enters the 2025 SEC season in a period of transition under second-year Head Coach Kalen DeBoer, following the departure of legendary coach Nick Saban.

Paul Finebaum News / Athlon Sports / July 19

Paul Finebaum Predicts Where Nick Saban Could Coach if He Comes Back

The SEC Media Days began with a major headline: Could legendary Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban return to coaching? Saban stepped down after the 2023 season, completing 17 years at Alabama.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / July 19

Ryan 'Hollywood' Williams signs groundbreaking NIL deal with Nike

Alabama star wideout Ryan Williams has officially just joined the Nike family, becoming one of the most prominent college football players to sign an NIL deal with an iconic brand.

Colin Cowherd calls out growing NIL imbalance in college football

Kalen DeBoer at SEC Media Days

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