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Alabama Adds In-State Punter From Transfer Portal

The Alabama Crimson Tide have added North Alabama punter Adam Watford from the transfer portal, according to Andrew Bone of On3 Sports. Watford is out of Dothan High School and just completed his junior year at North Alabama.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / January 9

Alabama Football Swings and Misses in Transfer Portal on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's have a Friday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods as we discuss last night's Fiesta Bowl, talk transfer portal targets for the Crimson Tide and then discuss Alabama's next basketball game against Texas.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / January 9

Which Alabama players have plans to transfer after seventh day of portal opening?

Alabama football added a long snapper from the portal on Thursday, but the Crimson Tide lost a significant part of its offense in Isaiah Horton. The Tide will be looking to make some additions to its roster this weekend with the Tide set to host multiple transfers.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / January 9

2026 Alabama Gymnastics Season Preview

TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— Ashley Johnston is entering her "senior season" as the Alabama gymnastics head coach at her alma mater. Of course, there is no such thing in coaching, but Johnston feels like she's gotten to grow up alongside the Crimson Tide's current senior class as both have spent four years in Tuscaloosa.

Kalen Deboer News / AL.com / January 8

Who is Alabama's NEXT QUARTERBACK? How Kalen DeBoer will build a championship roster

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / January 8

Alabama set to host former 5-Star edge in transfer portal this weekend

Alabama football has been in contact with former Tennessee edge, Jordan Ross, and the Crimson Tide is set to host him this weekend. A close source to Ross

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / January 8

Report: Alabama moving Bryan Ellis to QB coach

Alabama will have a familiar face coaching its new starting quarterback next season. According to a report from Football Scoop, the Crimson Tide is moving Bryan Ellis from his position as tight ends coach to oversee quarterbacks.

Kalen Deboer News / A to Z Sports / January 8

Nick Saban turns up the heat on Kalen DeBoer and Alabama in latest comments about the state of Crimson Tide football

By all accounts, year two of Kalen DeBoer's tenure with the Alabama Crimson Tide was an improvement. The Tide went from missing the CFP entirely to winning the SEC's regular season and winning a game in the College Football Playoff.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / January 8

Former Alabama OL says he is ‘not losing sleep’ over offensive line transfers

Former Alabama offensive lineman, Alphonse Taylor is not upset with the departures among the Crimson Tide’s offensive linemen via the transfer portal. The Crimson Tide has lost one starting offensive lineman to the portal and multiple reserves.

College Football News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / January 8

Alabama Lands Long Snapper from Transfer Portal

Alabama has found its next long snapper. With 2025 starter David Bird entering the transfer portal on Monday, the Crimson Tide was in the market for a new snapper.

College Football News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / January 8

Which Former Alabama Players are Still Alive in CFP

Alabama's season came up two games short of its ultimate goal of a national title with a 38-3 loss to No. 1 Indiana in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Softball On SI / January 8

Alabama Softball Shares Lofty National Championship Goals for 2026 Season

With just about a month away from the college softball season starting, programs across the country are working harder than ever to be in mid-season form by opening day.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / January 8

What Caleb Woodson is expected to bring to the Alabama defense

Alabama football added a veteran presence to its linebacker room with a commitment from Virginia Tech transfer, Caleb Woodson The Crimson Tide is losing three veteran inside linebackers to the NFL.

College Basketball News / EasySportz / January 8

Alabama Basketball Must Grow Up to Reach Season Goals

NASHVILLE — There are nights when a loss tells you far more about a team than a win ever could. No. 13 Alabama’s 96–90 defeat to No. 11 Vanderbilt on Wednesday night inside Memorial Gymnasium was one of those nights — uncomfortable, irritating and oddly clarifying all at once.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 8

No. 11 Vanderbilt stays unbeaten with huge win over No. 13 Alabama

In case you were wondering whether or not No. 11 Vanderbilt (15-0, 2-0 SEC) was a legit contender or not, their 96-90 win over No. 13 Alabama (11-4, 1-1 SEC) on Wednesday inside a raucous Memorial Gym should tell you all you need to know.

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Kentucky hits 'rock bottom' after collapse against Missouri sends Wildcats to 0-2 in SEC play

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / January 8

Ty Simpson's Alabama decision could have multiple drawbacks

After being benched in the New Year's Day loss to Indiana, it was time for Simpson and Alabama to explore other options.

Ohio State star safety Caleb Downs makes 2026 NFL Draft decision

NFL Draft intel: Who should Raiders take with pick No. 1?

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

Alabama is an early team to watch for one of the Tennessee Vols' best transfer players

News broke late Tuesday night that Tennessee Vols EDGE Jordan Ross is entering the NCAA transfer portal. Ross, 6-foot-5/245 pounds from Vestavia Hills, AL, is a former five-star recruit who signed with Tennessee during the 2024 recruiting cycle.