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The Alabama Defensive Player 'Leading the Charge' in Setting the Standard

The Alabama Defensive Player 'Leading the Charge' in Setting the Standard

Alabama's defense is in a really solid spot. Of course, it made a mistake or two against East Carolina and Kentucky, but when it needed to shift into the next gear, that wasn't a problem.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 15

Special Teams a 'Strong Area' for Alabama to Start the Season

TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— Two minutes and 21 seconds. That's how long Kalen DeBoer talked about Alabama's special teams during his opening statement of Monday's press conference.

Luke Metz News / AL.com / September 14
Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 14
Transfer linebacker setting the tone for the Alabama defense

Transfer linebacker setting the tone for the Alabama defense

The Alabama Crimson Tide’s defense was excellent throughout all four quarters of Saturday’s road win over Kentucky.  The unit as a whole allowed just 10 total points against a talented Wildcats’ offense.

Keelon Russell News / AL.com / September 14
Ryan Grubb News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 14
Grubb feels Alabama offensive operational issues showed up in Thursday practice ahead of Kentucky game

Grubb feels Alabama offensive operational issues showed up in Thursday practice ahead of Kentucky game

Alabama football’s offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb feels that operational issues that showed up against Kentucky last Saturday were evident in the Crimson Tide’s Saturday practice.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / September 14
Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 14
Kalen DeBoer updates the status of injured Alabama players

Kalen DeBoer updates the status of injured Alabama players

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer updated the status of multiple injured Alabama players while speaking to the media on Monday. Offensive guard Michael Carroll popped up on the SEC Student-Athlete Availability Report last week before the Kentucky game, and DeBoer expressed that he’s confident Carroll will get back out on the field soon.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 14
Alabama Might Be the Most Unpredictable Team in America

Alabama Might Be the Most Unpredictable Team in America

I genuinely don’t know what to make of Alabama. When the Crimson Tide are on? They look capable of beating anybody in college football. When they’re not?

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 14
Which Alabama players spoke up at halftime in locker room against Kentucky?

Which Alabama players spoke up at halftime in locker room against Kentucky?

Alabama football flipped its game against Kentucky on its head in the second half when the Crimson Tide rattled off 32 unanswered points. The Crimson Tide trailed the Wildcats 17-13 at halftime, and Kentucky had momentum heading into the half.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 14
DeBoer responds to multiple intentional grounding calls in Keelon Russell’s second start

DeBoer responds to multiple intentional grounding calls in Keelon Russell’s second start

Alabama football’s starting quarterback Keelon Russell was penalized several times for intentional grounding in the Crimson Tide’s win over Kentucky. Kalen DeBoer was asked about those penalties on Saturday.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 14
Alabama starting linebacker duo is wired the ‘same’

Alabama starting linebacker duo is wired the ‘same’

The Alabama Crimson Tide’s starting linebacker duo of Caleb Woodson and Luke Metz has an opportunity to become one of college football’s best this season.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / September 13
Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / September 13
Alabama moves up in AP Top 25 Poll after beating Kentucky

Alabama moves up in AP Top 25 Poll after beating Kentucky

Alabama football moved up in the AP Top 25 Poll to No. 10 after beating Kentucky. The Tide entered the season ranked No. 13 in the AP Preseason Top 25 Poll.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / September 13
College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 12
Kalen DeBoer Reveals Major Keelon Russell Concern That Alabama is Still Struggling With: 'It’s Not That Hard'

Kalen DeBoer Reveals Major Keelon Russell Concern That Alabama is Still Struggling With: 'It’s Not That Hard'

Alabama walked away from Lexington with a solid 45-17 win over Kentucky, but the locker room knew it was far from smooth sailing. Sophomore quarterback Keelon Russell struggled early, turning the ball over twice in a chaotic first half that saw Bama trailing 17-13 at the break.

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.

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 / 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.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 10

Reacting to Alabama Softball's 2027 SEC Schedule: 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.

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
Miami's Darian Mensah vaults to Heisman Trophy favorite
The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz
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
The 'College football color teams' quiz

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