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Alabama elite wide receiver signee approves of hiring of Derrick Nix

Alabama football’s elite 2026 wide receiver signee, Cederian Morgan appears to be a fan of the Crimson Tide’s new wide receiver coach, Derrick Nix. The Crimson Tide is expected to hire Nix, according to multiple reports.

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Alabama officially rules out multiple players ahead of Oklahoma

Alabama football officially ruled out multiple players ahead of its first-round playoff match against Oklahoma. LT Overton, Kevin Riley, Kameron Howard, Dre Kirkpatrick Jr., Kameron Howard, Jeremiah Beaman and Jah-Marien Latham have officially been ruled out.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 16

Loss to Oklahoma would be 'disastrous' for DeBoer, Alabama

Why a loss to Oklahoma would be 'disastrous' for Kalen DeBoer, Alabama

Kalen DeBoer is walking the line between glory and disaster with the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Alabama not letting Kalen DeBoer rumors become a distraction

Alabama's Kalen DeBoer makes important announcement amid Michigan rumors

Oklahoma offense among the biggest questions of CFP first round

The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / December 16

Kane Wommack on Alabama’s mentality heading into their playoff game at Oklahoma.

Kadyn Proctor News / AL.com / December 16

Alabama's Kadyn Proctor previews Tide's playoff matchup with Oklahoma

Germie Bernard News / AL.com / December 16

Alabama WR Germie Bernard previews the Tide's playoff matchup with Oklahoma

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 16

Alabama Football Hires New Wide Receivers Coach

The Alabama football program is making an addition to the coaching staff as Matt Zenitz reports the Crimson Tide is moving to replace wide receivers coach JaMarcus Shephard with former Auburn interim offensive coordinator Derrick Nix.

Ryan Grubb News / AL.com / December 16

Alabama OC Ryan Grubb previews Tide's first round Playoff game vs. Oklahoma

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / December 16

Alabama DC Kane Wommack previews Tide's first round Playoff game vs. Oklahoma

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / December 16

Former Alabama HC Nick Saban proves he can only stay out of sports for so long after accepting minority stake in rising franchise

Nick Saban has said in the past that the reason he liked coaching college athletes as opposed to professional ones was because of the ability to mold young men.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 16

Alabama Players Recount Past CFP Experiences Ahead of Oklahoma Game

A lot has changed since Alabama's last College Football Playoff appearance. Following the 2024 Rose Bowl loss to Michigan, longtime Crimson Tide head coach

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 16

Who Wommack expects to step up for Alabama with Overton likely out vs. Oklahoma?

Alabama football’s head coach Kalen DeBoer revealed Monday LT Overton was doubtful ahead of the Crimson Tide’s upcoming playoff game against Oklahoma. The defensive lineman missed the SEC Championship with what DeBoer described as an ‘illness.’ Overton has been a consistent force for the Tide when healthy.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 16

Alabama OC expects Tide starting running back to be ‘full go’ vs. Oklahoma

Alabama football’s offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb feels good about where the Tide’s starting running back Jam Miller is ahead of the Crimson Tide’s matchup against Oklahoma in the first round of the College Football Playoff.

Kalen Deboer News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 16

Alabama Among Finalists for Two Elite 2027 Prospects

Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama staff are seemingly closing in on two more elite prospects for the 2027 recruiting class after a pair of elite defenders named the Tide in their top schools.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 16

Ty Simpson excited to potentially get Alabama tight end back vs. Oklahoma

Alabama football’s tight end, Josh Cuevas had his best game as a member of the Crimson Tide against Oklahoma in November. The California native pulled in six receptions for 80 yards and a touchdown against the Sooners.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 16

Alabama Health Update and CFP Discussion on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's get a Tuesday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods and Brax Garrison started as we discuss the upcoming College Football Playoff matchup between Alabama and Oklahoma.

College Football News / Gridiron Heroics / December 15

Kalen DeBoer’s Comments Leave Room for Interpretation as Alabama Exit Rumors Persist

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer faced questions about his future in Tuscaloosa during a Monday press conference, and while he affirmed his commitment to the program, the specific wording of his responses caught the attention of college football observers.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / December 15