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Mississippi State drops SEC showdown to Alabama as Kamario Taylor struggles

For the first time this season, a defense has made Taylor look like a below average quarterback.

Nick Saban recalls 'bad decisions' at Alabama, motive behind retiring

The 'College football color teams' quiz

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Keelon Russell reacts to teammate throwing him in Heisman race

The Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs on the road by a final score of 56-23. Star quarterback Keelon Russell and the rest of the Tide’s offense were excellent throughout all four quarters of Saturday’s contest.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 4

Why DeBoer believes physicality is Alabama’s identity in 2026

Last year’s Alabama football team lacked in the physicality department, but this season, Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer is saying that physicality is Alabama football’s identity.

College Football News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 4

What led to more production out of Alabama’s pass rush against Miss State

On Saturday, Alabama defeated Mississippi State 56-23, and the Crimson Tide got more production out of their pass rushers and ultimately made things difficult for Kamario Taylor.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 4

College Gameday is set to come to Tuscaloosa for Alabama-Georgia

College Gameday is coming to Tuscaloosa for the Alabama-Georgia game next Saturday. The show came to Tuscaloosa the last time the two teams met in Tuscaloosa in 2024.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 3

Trae'shawn Brown Headlines Alabama's Big Day on the Ground

STARKVILLE, Miss. — Through five games, Alabama has boasted four different leading rushers. This week, freshman running back Trae’shawn Brown became the first to repeat as the team’s leading man on the ground.

Former Tide players react to first half of Alabama vs. Mississippi State

Multiple former Alabama players took to social media to share reactions to the Crimson Tide leading Mississippi State at the half. Here is how they reacted:

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / October 3

Nick Saban recalls 'bad decisions' at Alabama, motive behind retiring

Saban is still considered by many to be the best ever, retiring in 2024 after 28 seasons and a 297-71-1 overall record.

Nick Saban reveals the NFL team that offered him a head-coaching job

Nick Saban compares Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith to legendary Alabama WR

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Nick Saban News / Yardbarker / October 3

Nick Saban reveals the NFL team that offered him a head-coaching job

Nick Saban ended his career with Alabama, leading the Crimson Tide to more than 200 wins over 17 seasons with the football program. But at least one point in his career, the NFL came calling.

Nick Saban retiring from coaching surprisingly had nothing to do with NIL

Nick Saban compares Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith to legendary Alabama WR

Nick Saban sends strong message to college coaches about Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

Saban says Alabama has a ‘difficult’ task taking on Mississippi State on the road

Nick Saban feels Alabama football has one of the most difficult tasks in college football this weekend. The Crimson Tide will travel to take on Mississippi State on Saturday for a game that is set to kick off at 11 a.m.

Keelon Russell News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 2

Alabama WR tells what has changed about Keelon Russell through four games

Keelon Russell looks to be growing up fast as a starting quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide. Russell is in his first year as a starter, and his play is continuing to trend upwards after four games in the role.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 1

Alabama Offers 350-Pound DL Out of IMG Academy

Alabama has gone back to the IMG Academy pipeline this week as it offered defensive lineman Rohi Ogbebor from the class of 2027. The Crimson Tide is now amongst South Florida, Missouri and Middle Tennessee who have issued offers to Ogbebor.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 1

All-Time Single Game Leaders Among Former Crimson Tide Players: Bama in the NFL Week 4

Note to our readers: The Bama in the NFL Week 4 report will be updated during and after Thursday night's game between the Steelers and Browns, with more items like the former Crimson Tide Player of the Week and game notes.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 1

What are Realistic Expectations for Alabama's October 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.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 1

Alabama Latest SEC Program to Offer Edge Rusher from Class of 2030

Alabama became the latest SEC program to join the Zahkir Muhammad sweepstakes this weekend. The Crimson Tide offered Muhammad, an edge rusher from the class of 2030.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / October 1

No. 7 Alabama has a major defensive problem that may get worse vs. No. 16 Mississippi State

No. 7 Alabama is currently sitting at 4-0; their defense has created five turnovers in just two games, but all of that is hiding two defensive leaks. These leaks are their deep pass and run defense, and right now their injury list leaves little room to fix them.

No. 7 Alabama, No. 16 Mississippi St. clash in battle of unbeatens

Nick Saban compares Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith to legendary Alabama WR

Nick Saban retiring from coaching surprisingly had nothing to do with NIL

South Carolina HC Shane Beamer takes action after Dylan Stewart’s chaotic night at Alabama

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / September 30

Alabama football REPORT CARD! Is Bama READY for Kamario Taylor?!

Former Alabama Star A.J. McCarron Lands New Head Coaching Job

Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron isn’t ready to give up on his coaching career. McCarron, a three-time national champion, had an exceptional run as the starting quarterback of the Crimson Tide.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / September 29

Nick Saban retiring from coaching surprisingly had nothing to do with NIL

There's been this impression, right or wrong, that legendary Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban retired due to NIL and the changes it has brought upon college football.

Nick Saban compares Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith to legendary Alabama WR

Weekly Syllabus: College football regular season heats up with unexpected heavyweight showdowns (and Clemson's last stand)

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / September 29