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As The Noise Got Louder, Keelon Russell Embraced the Silence

As The Noise Got Louder, Keelon Russell Embraced the Silence

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Saturday was defined by noise. And for 34 minutes, it looked as though Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell, making his first career road start, would succumb to it.

College Football News / ESPN / September 12

Alabama shows its 'resiliency' in comeback win at Kentucky

Alabama came back from a halftime deficit for the first time in the Kalen DeBoer era to defeat Kentucky 45-17 on Saturday.

Jireh Edwards News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 12

Alabama Freshman Jireh Edwards Brings the Juice in Collegiate Debut

LEXINGTON, Ky. Alabama won its SEC debut at Kentucky on Saturday, and in all the chaos was former five-star defensive back Jireh Edwards, who made his collegiate debut in front of 61,000 rowdy Wildcats, ready to pounce.  Edwards, the No.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 12
Keelon Russell says Alabama WR has ‘a burst of God speed’

Keelon Russell says Alabama WR has ‘a burst of God speed’

Alabama football took down the Kentucky Wildcats 45-17 in Lexington, and sophomore Lotzeir Brooks was the leading receiver for the Crimson Tide on Saturday.

Luke Metz News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 12
Alabama LB Luke Metz relives his pick six against Kentucky

Alabama LB Luke Metz relives his pick six against Kentucky

The Alabama Crimson Tide were able to open SEC play on a high note following their 45-17 victory over Kentucky this afternoon.  Alabama’s offense struggled throughout the first half, but the defensive unit was able to keep things close in the early stages of the contest.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 12
How DeBoer feels Alabama responded to hostile environment vs. Kentucky

How DeBoer feels Alabama responded to hostile environment vs. Kentucky

Sophomore quarterback Keelon Russell faced the first true test of his young career on the road in Lexington earlier today.  Russell flashed major potential during his first collegiate start against ECU, but the sophomore was unable to get anything going offensively in the first half of Week 2.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 12
The Alabama Players Who Stepped Up at Halftime to Start Turnaround Against Kentucky

The Alabama Players Who Stepped Up at Halftime to Start Turnaround Against Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Alabama needed some sort of spark. Kentucky held a 17-16 lead at halftime, and the momentum was nowhere near in the Crimson Tide's direction.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 12
KENTUCKY HAD ALABAMA ON THE ROPES… Then Alabama Dominates Second Half!

KENTUCKY HAD ALABAMA ON THE ROPES… Then Alabama Dominates Second Half!

No. 12 Alabama showed exactly why it remains one of the most dangerous teams in college football on Saturday, overcoming a rough first half before taking over against Kentucky.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / The Spun / September 12
Kentucky Coach Will Stein Is Getting Crushed For Costly Fake Punt vs. Alabama

Kentucky Coach Will Stein Is Getting Crushed For Costly Fake Punt vs. Alabama

Will Stein’s controversial fourth-down decision had fans heading for the exits early at Kroger Field in Week 2. After leading Alabama for most of the game on Saturday, a pivotal fake punt attempt in the Wildcats’ own territory led to 30+ unanswered second half points for the Crimson Tide that shifted all of the momentum to Alabama’s side.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 12
Initial Takeaways From Alabama Beating Kentucky

Initial Takeaways From Alabama Beating Kentucky

Alabama football defeated Kentucky in Lexington on Saturday to improve its record to 2-0 and pick up its first SEC win of the season. Here are some initial takeaways from the win: Alabama football’s defense has an opportunity to be one of the best in college football, and the Crimson Tide proved it against Kentucky.

College Football News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 12
Alabama football releases latest injury update in last availability report before Kentucky

Alabama football releases latest injury update in last availability report before Kentucky

Alabama football released an update in the Crimson Tide’s latest availability report ahead of their matchup against the Kentucky Wildcats. Jireh Edwards is now listed as a game-time decision.

Keelon Russell News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 11
Alabama National Champion QB reveals what impressed him the most from Russell’s debut against ECU

Alabama National Champion QB reveals what impressed him the most from Russell’s debut against ECU

Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell was extremely impressive throughout his debut as the Crimson Tide’s starter last weekend.  Russell thrived both on the ground and through the air during Alabama’s 48-10 victory over ECU.

Keelon Russell News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 11
Alabama Heisman Trophy winner all in on Keelon Russell leading Tide on run this season

Alabama Heisman Trophy winner all in on Keelon Russell leading Tide on run this season

Alabama football’s Heisman Trophy winner and Fox Sports college football analyst Mark Ingram is all in on Keelon Russell. Russell beat out Austin Mack to become the Crimson Tide’s starting quarterback.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / EasySportz / September 11
Alabama Better Be Careful: Kentucky Could Ruin the Crimson Tide’s Entire Season

Alabama Better Be Careful: Kentucky Could Ruin the Crimson Tide’s Entire Season

Alabama has already done the easy part. Now the Crimson Tide has to go on the road. No. 12 Alabama travels to Kentucky on Saturday for a 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff in Lexington.

Keelon Russell News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11
Kentucky coach has wild suggestions for fans ahead of Alabama game

Kentucky coach has wild suggestions for fans ahead of Alabama game

First-year Kentucky head coach Will Stein didn’t ask for polite applause Saturday. He requested flasks, four-letter words and a crowd hoarse enough to call in sick Monday.

College Football News / Viral Sports News / September 10
Alabama Star Makes Big Announcement Before Kentucky Game

Alabama Star Makes Big Announcement Before Kentucky Game

Alabama wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams made a statement on the field and then another off it. In the Crimson Tide’s 48-10 season-opening win over East Carolina, he hauled in five catches for 130 yards, giving the offense an explosive presence after a long offseason of anticipation.

Drew Sanders News / Viral Sports News / September 9
Former Alabama Champion Gets Terminated by NFL Team

Former Alabama Champion Gets Terminated by NFL Team

Former Alabama linebacker Drew Sanders is a free agent after the Denver Broncos waived him from injured reserve on Tuesday, ending a four-year stay that never matched the promise he showed in Tuscaloosa.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 8
Alabama has secret weapon to help beat Will Stein, Kentucky

Alabama has secret weapon to help beat Will Stein, Kentucky

The Alabama Crimson Tide may not need a secret weapon in Week 2 against the Kentucky Wildcats, but they have one.

No. 12 Alabama looks to keep ground game rolling at Kentucky
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Keelon Russell News / Yardbarker / September 5
Alabama QB Keelon Russell looks like the real deal in win over East Carolina

Alabama QB Keelon Russell looks like the real deal in win over East Carolina

A star was born in Tuscaloosa on Saturday. Alabama Crimson Tide sophomore quarterback Keelon Russell, making his first collegiate start, shined bright in a dominant 48-10 home win over the East Carolina Pirates.

No. 13 Alabama leans into ground game, tops East Carolina 48-10
Nick Saban predicts the next CFP National Championship
Nick Saban sounds alarm on state of college sports
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