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Alabama Players React to Oklahoma Stepping on Logo After November Game

Storming the field when Alabama loses is a common practice for the home victors. But after the Crimson Tide's 23-21 home loss to Oklahoma in November, numerous Sooners hopped over the roped-off Alabama logo at midfield, stood on it and took a photo.

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Alabama players aiming to respond to disrespectful actions by Oklahoma players

Many Tide players still remember what it was like going into Oklahoma last season and being unable to score a touchdown, but now, Alabama players have even more motivation before they face the Sooners for the second time this season.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 12

Alabama players welcome the prospect of winter weather at Oklahoma

Kalen DeBoer is going to need his signature black hoodie for next week when No. 9 Alabama travels to No. 8 Oklahoma in the first round of the College Football Playoff.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 12

Alabama OL Wilkin Formby Opens Up About Move From Tackle to Guard

Alabama offensive lineman Wilkin Formby has had his ups and downs at the right tackle spot over the past couple of seasons. Alabama coaches raved about numerous players who showed great improvement in the spring and summer, and Formby was towards the top of the list.

Ty Simpson News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 12

Ryan Williams tells how Alabama wideouts can help Ty Simpson get back rolling

A consistent observation being made by spectators and media members is that Ty Simpson and the Alabama offense have struggled to connect in the deep passing game lately.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 12

Alabama Named Finalist for 4-Star 2027 WR

While much of Alabama's focus has been dedicated to not only finishing the season strong, but also locking in over 20 new signees during the early signing period for the 2026 class, the Crimson Tide coaching staff has still found time to stay active on the recruiting trail for the class of 2027.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 12

How Alabama's Injury Issues Can Benefit Tide in Long Run

TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— Nate Oats has put together one of the toughest non-conference schedules in the country, including a matchup with No. 1 Arizona in Birmingham on Saturday night, but the schedule hasn't been the only big challenge for Oats with his Alabama team so far this season.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 12

Alabama Representation on All-SEC Teams on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's crank up a Friday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods as we talk abou the All-SEC honorees and what it really says about the Crimson Tide roster.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 12

OPINION: DeBoer would not leave the most prestigious job in college football for Michigan

Over the course of modern history, the Alabama Crimson Tide has proven itself as the best college football program in America. Alabama is top-five in all-time record, national championships, bowl game appearances, all-time wins, All-American selections, first-round NFL Draft picks, most weeks ranked in the AP Poll and most weeks ranked No.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 11

Full 2026 Alabama Football Schedule Revealed

The Southeastern Conference revealed its 16 teams' 2026 schedules in a television special on Thursday night, which erased question marks on the remaining dates of Alabama's schedule for next fall, of which the three nonconference dates were already known.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 11

ESPN college football insider expects clarity on DeBoer’s interest in Michigan ‘fairly soon’

ESPN college football insider and senior writer Pete Thamel feels the Michigan head football coaching search starts with Kalen DeBoer. DeBoer is currently Alabama football’s head coach, and he is preparing his team for the first round of the College Football Playoff.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 11

5-Star Alabama Commit Closes Varsity Career with National Championship Win

5-Star safety Jireh Edwards from St. Frances Academy in Baltimore, Maryland became the fifth Crimson Tide signee to close out their varsity football career with a championship this week, but did so in a slightly different fashion than his four future teammates.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 11

Three reasons why Michigan has a shot at poaching Kalen DeBoer from Alabama

Here's why Michigan might have a shot at poaching Kalen DeBoer from the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Five potential replacements for recently fired Michigan HC Sherrone Moore

Alabama's Kalen DeBoer reportedly will be a 'factor' in Michigan coaching search

Five potential ripple effects of Michigan's stunning firing of HC Sherrone Moore

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 11

Kalen DeBoer will be a 'factor' in Michigan coaching search

Alabama's Kalen DeBoer reportedly will be a 'factor' in Michigan coaching search

The coaching carousel just took a wild turn on Wednesday following news that Michigan fired head coach Sherrone Moore.

Michigan makes surprising decision on Sherrone Moore

Michigan AD Warde Manuel: Sherrone Moore had 'inappropriate relationship' with staff member

The all-time college football service academy team

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 10

Why elite wide receiver stayed committed to Alabama after JaMarcus Shephard took new job

Cederian Morgan decided to stick with his Alabama commitment and sign with the Crimson Tide despite Alabama’s wide receiver coach JaMarcus Shephard choosing to take the Oregon State head coaching job.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 10

Alabama Crimson Tide WR snubbed from 2025 All-SEC team following career year that bests those who were rewarded instead of him

The Alabama Crimson Tide didn't have the year in the WR room that many expected. The thought coming into the season was that sophomore Ryan Williams would build off his phenomenal freshman season, helping lead the Tide to the CFP and potentially beyond.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / December 9

Former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban drops news about his future that college football fans won't want to hear

Nick Saban has been a lot of things in his life. A gas station clerk, a media personality, and the greatest coach in the history of college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Dan Orlovsky News / Gridiron Heroics / December 9

Orlovsky Challenges Alabama’s Playoff Legitimacy with Pointed Critique

ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky certainly did not sugarcoat his comments regarding the College Football Playoff selection committee’s decision to place Alabama in the playoff instead of Notre Dame.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / December 8

Alabama's biggest offensive issue in the SEC Championship may finally come to an end in the College Football Playoff

Make no mistake, the Alabama Crimson Tide have struggled to run the ball for most of the season. Saturady's game in Atlanta was the climax of those issues, however, as the Tide recorded -3 yards on the ground against the Georgia Bulldogs.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Softball On SI / December 8

Video Captures Alabama Softball Coach Personally Calling Fan After 'College GameDay' Shoutout

Another Saturday of ESPN’s College GameDay just means another mention of softball on the broadcast. The College GameDay crew spent the day in Atlanta for football's SEC Championship between Georgia and Alabama.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Kirk Herbstreit Gives Honest Opinion of Alabama-BYU College Football Playoff Debate

With the 2025 College Football Playoff field set, one of the biggest controversies surrounded the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide (10-3) and the No. 12 BYU Cougars (11-2).

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 8

CFP selection show takeaways: Was Alabama a deserving selection?

On Sunday, the College Football Playoff Committee unveiled its 12-team bracket. Expect it to draw controversy.

CFB Week 15 winners, losers: Indiana is nation's best team entering CFP

Ryan Day reflects on Ohio State's Big Ten setback against Indiana

Dave Portnoy questions Ohio State's toughness in fiery message

Fernando Mendoza had amazing quote after beating Ohio State

Former Heisman winner Johnny Manziel throws shade at Mendoza

Alabama Crimson Tide News / The Spun / December 6

College Football Playoff Chair May Have Doomed Alabama's Hopes Earlier Today

As much as football fans have insisted that Alabama's performance in the SEC Championship Game shouldn't count against their College Football Playoff hopes if they lost, that may not be how the people in charge see things.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 7

Georgia players pulled savage stunt after blowing out Alabama

Georgia players pulled savage belt whipping stunt after blowing out Alabama

The No. 3 Bulldogs beat down the No. 9 Crimson Tide, 28-7, to win the conference title game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

The 'Big Ten football championship game winners' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 6

College Football Playoff standings: Alabama-Georgia result changes CFP picture

Heading into the SEC Championship, both Alabama and Georgia were widely projected to make the College Football Playoff, regardless of the result. Bama's early struggles versus Georgia now calls into question the Crimson Tide's chances to make the postseason.