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Alabama Legend Nick Saban Fires Brutal Shot at ACC

Alabama Crimson Tide legend Nick Saban has never needed much prompting to remind people where he thinks the real power in college football sits. On Friday’s episode of “The Pat McAfee Show,” the former Alabama coach offered Miami plenty of praise and then used that praise to take another swipe at the conference the Hurricanes call home.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 18

The End of a 27-Year Drought Has Left Alabama Baseball Hungry for More

How do you balance historic success with a gut-wrenching letdown? Alabama baseball has had to sit with that question for the past three months, as the program broke through to the College World Series for the first time this century, before being outscored 23-2 over two decisive losses.

Kalen Deboer News / EssentiallySports / September 18

Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama on High Alert After Concerning Revelation

Alabama has started the 2026 season 2-0 and already has one SEC win on the board. The Crimson Tide opened with a 48-10 victory over East Carolina before beating Kentucky 45-17 on the road.

Parker 6-foot-3 4-Star DB visiting Alabama for Florida State game

CJ Craig-James is expected to be in Tuscaloosa this weekend when Alabama takes on Florida State. Craig-James attends Parker High School in Birmingham, Alabama, and he is considered to be one of the best 2028 safety prospects in the country.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 18

Alabama DC tells strategy behind Tide defense being dominant on third down

Alabama football’s defense has been dominant on third down this season. The Crimson Tide has only given up one first down on third down over two games, despite being tasked with defending on third down 23 times.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 18

When DeBoer expects Alabama to begin having fast starts in games

The Alabama Crimson Tide were able to bounce back in the second half against Kentucky following an underwhelming start on the offensive side of the football. Alabama scored just six offensive points on two field goals in the first half of Saturday’s win.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 18

Alabama starting linebacker duo feeding off each other’s energy

The Alabama Crimson Tide have emerged with one of the most talented linebacker duos in all of college football throughout the early stages of 2026. Former Virginia Tech linebacker Caleb Woodson has made an instant impact upon his arrival in Tuscaloosa.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 18

Alabama football legend tells why 1 Tide running back should continue to get bulk of carries

Alabama football’s featured running back Daniel Hill has gotten his junior season for the Crimson Tide off to a running start. Hill has picked up 151 yards and three touchdowns on 51 carries, averaging 5.6 yards per carry.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 18

Alabama defensive leader highlights why Tide believes in defensive depth

The Alabama Crimson Tide’s defense was elite in all aspects during Saturday’s 45-17 victory over Kentucky. Alabama’s secondary held Wildcats’ quarterback Kenny Minchey to just 146 yards through the air.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 18

Bond between Alabama players and Tide defensive coordinator paying dividends

The Alabama Crimson Tide’s defensive chemistry has been on full display throughout the first two weeks of the 2026 season. Alabama has allowed just two total offensive touchdowns against ECU and Kentucky to begin the year.

Caleb Woodson News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 18

Alabama LB looking forward to 'attacking' FSU after Seminoles beat him at his former school

Alabama linebacker Caleb Woodson made a massive impact during last weekend’s 45-17 win over Kentucky. Woodson has emerged as an instant difference maker across his first two games as a member of the Crimson Tide this season.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 17

Alabama's 2025 loss to Florida State should set tone for 2026 rematch

Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide know that they have to take the Florida State Seminoles seriously.

Mike Norvell's situation at Florida State is getting increasingly bleak

Mike Norvell addresses video showing a moving truck outside his house

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Keelon Russell News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 17

Former Alabama QB asks Tide fans to be patient with Keelon Russell

Former Alabama football quarterback and three-time National Champion AJ McCarron feels Tide fans will have to be patient with Keelon Russell this season.

Wetumpka 4-Star TE to visit Alabama for Florida State game

Kaleb Ballard plans to be in Tuscaloosa this weekend when the Alabama Crimson Tide takes on the Florida State Seminoles. Ballard is one of the best offensive prospects in the 2028 recruiting class, and he attends Wetumpka High School in Alabama.

Ryan Grubb News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 17

What Alabama OC Ryan Grubb told recruits immediately after Alabama beat Kentucky

Alabama football’s offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb used the Crimson Tide’s victory over Kentucky immediately on the recruiting trail. Grubb used the number of Alabama players who were on the field against the Wildcats and were recruited by the Tide out of high school in his recent pitch.

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

How Often Has Alabama Lost Consecutive Games to the Same Non-SEC Team? Just a Minute

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

'Everybody Knows What Happened': Inside Alabama's Mindset for Florida State Rematch

Alabama's loss to Florida State in 2025 became an unwanted identity. It was the Crimson Tide's first time losing a season opener since 2001. For the several weeks that followed, the narrative around Kalen DeBoer's second year as the head coach centered on that historic upset in Tallahassee.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 16

Former Alabama player feels Tide’s defense is the ‘real deal’

Alabama football’s former quarterback Greg McElroy left Kentucky impressed with the Crimson Tide’s defense after calling Alabama’s win over Kentucky on ABC.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / The Spun / September 12

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 / EasySportz / September 11

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

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 / Yardbarker / September 8

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

Miami's Darian Mensah vaults to Heisman Trophy favorite

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Keelon Russell News / Yardbarker / September 5

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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