Alabama Crimson Tide: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Two Alabama Players Named Freshman All-American: Roll Call

Alabama football landed two players on the On3 Sports College Football True Freshman All-American Team, the publication announced this week. Crimson Tide offensive tackle Michael Carroll and cornerback Dijon Lee were chosen after strong 2025 seasons.

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Alabama Lands Commitment from 4-Star 2027 TE

While the Crimson Tide has a near two week break between now and its December 19 showdown with Oklahoma in the opening round of the College Football Playoff, Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama staff have remained active on the recruiting trail, and this week added another commitment to the 2027 class.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / December 9

Former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban drops news about his future that college football fans won't want to hear

Nick Saban has been a lot of things in his life. A gas station clerk, a media personality, and the greatest coach in the history of college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 9

Kalen DeBoer asked would Alabama considered declining bowl game invite

Kalen DeBoer was asked if Alabama football would have declined a bowl game invite if the Crimson Tide did not make the College Football Playoff. This question stems from multiple programs across the country choosing to decline bowl game invites.

Dan Orlovsky News / Gridiron Heroics / December 9

Orlovsky Challenges Alabama’s Playoff Legitimacy with Pointed Critique

ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky certainly did not sugarcoat his comments regarding the College Football Playoff selection committee’s decision to place Alabama in the playoff instead of Notre Dame.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / December 8

Will Alabama WIN the College Football Playoff? What HAPPENED vs. Georgia?!

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 8

Kalen DeBoer sends a message to Alabama QB Ty Simpson that he can no longer ignore ahead of the College Football Playoff

It might be hard to remember, given what has happened in recent weeks, but Alabama Crimson Tide QB Ty Simpson was once favored to win the Heisman Trophy.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / December 8

Alabama's biggest offensive issue in the SEC Championship may finally come to an end in the College Football Playoff

Make no mistake, the Alabama Crimson Tide have struggled to run the ball for most of the season. Saturady's game in Atlanta was the climax of those issues, however, as the Tide recorded -3 yards on the ground against the Georgia Bulldogs.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 8

ESPN Sportscaster says Alabama 5-Star signee is next Ed Reed ahead of high school National Championship

ESPN sportscaster, Joe Tessitore feels the Alabama Crimson Tide’s five-star defensive back signee, Jireh Edwards, is the next Ed Reed, according to Front Office Sports. Tessitore is set to call the high school National Championship game Wednesday between St.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Softball On SI / December 8

Video Captures Alabama Softball Coach Personally Calling Fan After 'College GameDay' Shoutout

Another Saturday of ESPN’s College GameDay just means another mention of softball on the broadcast. The College GameDay crew spent the day in Atlanta for football's SEC Championship between Georgia and Alabama.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 8

Two Crimson Tide Commits Take Home State Titles

High school football in the state of Alabama has officially come to a close, and with it, two Crimson Tide commits are now state champions. While there are still a few other commits fighting to keep their seasons alive, these two future Alabama stars have already closed out their seasons with memorable finishes.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 8

Alabama 5-Star RB signee reacts to DeBoer saying he could make impact as freshman

Alabama football’s five-star running back signee Ezavier Crowell is excited about the opportunity to make an impact as a freshman for the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Kirk Herbstreit Gives Honest Opinion of Alabama-BYU College Football Playoff Debate

With the 2025 College Football Playoff field set, one of the biggest controversies surrounded the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide (10-3) and the No. 12 BYU Cougars (11-2).

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 8

Alabama Football's Roller Coaster Weekend Settles in Playoffs on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's have a massive Monday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Theo Fernandez as we bring you two hours of content to dissect the weekend action.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 8

CFP selection show takeaways: Was Alabama a deserving selection?

On Sunday, the College Football Playoff Committee unveiled its 12-team bracket. Expect it to draw controversy.

CFB Week 15 winners, losers: Indiana is nation's best team entering CFP

Ryan Day reflects on Ohio State's Big Ten setback against Indiana

Dave Portnoy questions Ohio State's toughness in fiery message

Fernando Mendoza had amazing quote after beating Ohio State

Former Heisman winner Johnny Manziel throws shade at Mendoza

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 7

Alabama 5-Star RB signee reacts to Tide’s rushing performance in SEC Championship

Alabama football’s five-star running back signee, Ezavier Crowell shared a reaction to the Crimson Tide rushing for -3 yards against Georgia in the SEC Championship.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / The Spun / December 6

College Football Playoff Chair May Have Doomed Alabama's Hopes Earlier Today

As much as football fans have insisted that Alabama's performance in the SEC Championship Game shouldn't count against their College Football Playoff hopes if they lost, that may not be how the people in charge see things.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 7

Georgia players pulled savage stunt after blowing out Alabama

Georgia players pulled savage belt whipping stunt after blowing out Alabama

The No. 3 Bulldogs beat down the No. 9 Crimson Tide, 28-7, to win the conference title game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

The 'Big Ten football championship game winners' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 6

College Football Playoff standings: Alabama-Georgia result changes CFP picture

Heading into the SEC Championship, both Alabama and Georgia were widely projected to make the College Football Playoff, regardless of the result. Bama's early struggles versus Georgia now calls into question the Crimson Tide's chances to make the postseason.