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Welcome to BamaCentral’s "Just a Minute," a video series featuring BamaCentral's Alabama beat writers. Multiple times a week, the writers will provide their take on a topic concerning the Crimson Tide or the landscape of college sports.

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The Quiz of the Day

Why Nate Oats believes Alabama can be extremely dangerous in 2025-26

Heading into year seven, Oats believes he may have one of the more dangerous teams in the country.

The 'Most three-pointers in an NCAA Tournament game' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 8

Missouri head coach asked Kalen DeBoer if he will wear the Black hoodie

Kalen Deboer News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 8

Kalen DeBoer Says Alabama Practicing with Rugby Balls Not a New Drill

In practice footage released by Alabama Athletics on Tuesday ahead of the No. 8 Crimson Tide's game at Missouri this weekend, one thing that stood out was the fact that rugby balls were being thrown to the wide receivers.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 7

Alabama WRs catching Rugby balls in practice today #rolltide

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 7

How Alabama Got Revenge Against Vanderbilt: The Rewind

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

Alabama Basketball Gets 2025-26 SEC Tip-Off Times

The Alabama Crimson Tide basketball program enters the 2025-26 season with high expectations in what has become the new normal under head coach Nate Oats.

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

The Concept Alabama's Defense Has To Continue to Answer For

- No. 8 Alabama handled its business against the Vanderbilt Commodores this past week in its SEC home opener. The Crimson Tide held the Commodores to 172 yards over the final three quarters and limited the visitors to just one touchdown as the team cruised to a 30-14 victory.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 7

Ryan Williams talks about how he is physically & mentally working to fix recent pass dropping issues

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 7

Ty Simpson compares Alabama TE Josh Cuevas to current NFL stars Travis Kelce and George Kittle

Ryan Williams News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 7

What Ryan Williams is doing to cut down on drops

Alabama’s JUGS machines have been put to use more frequently in recent weeks. And if the Crimson Tide’s tennis and rugby programs are missing a few balls,

Justin Jefferson News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 7

Kane Wommack loves energy Alabama linebacker brings to defense

Alabama football’s linebacker, Justin Jefferson has been among the most impactful players on the Crimson Tide’s defense this season. Jefferson has 35 total tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, one sack, one interception and one forced fumble on the season.

Ty Simpson News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 7

Ty Simpson tells how he is blocking out rat poison

Ty Simpson is hearing a lot of what Nick Saban refers to as rat poison at the moment. Many talking heads around college football are referring to the Alabama quarterback as one of the best quarterbacks in college football, and he is now considered a Heisman favorite.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 7

Alabama vs. Missouri prediction 2025: Where the experts see an edge

SEC football returns to the gridiron this weekend as No. 8 Alabama hits the road again to face off against No. 14 Missouri in Week 7 action on Saturday.

Greg McElroy News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Former Alabama Crimson Tide QB Greg McElroy explains his ranking of the Tennessee Vols

Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback turned ESPN college football analyst Greg McElroy revealed his updated top 25 rankings on Tuesday. McElroy, who said last week that he doesn't think Tennessee can reach the SEC Championship game, has the Vols ranked at No.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Vols insider explains why Tennessee Vols fans absolutely need to cheer for a top SEC rival this weekend

Tennessee Vols fans are going to have to do something they don't want to do this weekend. Due to College Football Playoff implications, Vols fans need to cheer for one of Tennessee's biggest SEC rivals on Saturday.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 6

Andy Staples breaks down Alabama's strong start to SEC play, Alabama-Missouri and the Heisman race

Ryan Williams News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 6

Alabama star wide receiver Ryan Williams leads major NIL campaign

After a season-opening loss at the hands of Florida State, Alabama has rattled off four straight wins and climbed back up to No. 8 in the country. The 4-1 Crimson Tide - led by super sophomore wide receiver Ryan Williams - is gaining momentum as they head into the heart of SEC play.

Greg McElroy News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 6

Greg McElroy names SEC quarterback rising in Heisman race

Alabama’s latest win over Vanderbilt offered another look at the transformation happening in Tuscaloosa, and Ty Simpson is at the center of it. The Crimson Tide quarterback threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns on 23-of-30 passing in a 30–14 victory, his third game in four weeks completing better than 75 percent of his throws.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Alabama Receives Exciting Recruiting News

The Alabama Crimson Tide picked up their fourth win of the season on Saturday, defeating the Vanderbilt Commodores. They advanced to 4-1 overall and 2-0 in SEC matchups, while looking like true national championship contenders.