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Ty Simpson’s brother reacts to Alabama offer to play quarterback

The brother of Alabama football’s starting quarterback Ty Simpson is making a name for himself on the recruiting trail. Graham Simpson is a 2028 quarterback prospect.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 22

The SCARIEST games left on Alabama's schedule! The game they absolutely CAN'T lose

Ty Simpson News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Ty Simpson's reaction to being a Heisman Trophy favorite shows exactly why Alabama named him the starting quarterback

If Alabama Crimson Tide QB Ty Simpson has shown anything thus far, it's that all he cares about is winning. You can tell by the way he interacts with his teammates on the sidelines, his reactions to scoring plays, and his ability to bounce back after games like FSU.

Kalen Deboer News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Kalen DeBoer reveals the biggest change he's had to make from year one to two as Alabama's head coach

If you're going to be the head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, you are going to need some thick skin. Kalen DeBoer found that out first hand last year, and for sure after Week 1 against Florida State.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Former Tennessee star has insult added to injury after Vols' loss to Alabama Crimson Tide

Fans can't say that former Tennessee Vols standout Cedric Tillman doesn't back up his promises. The VFL banked on the Vols defeating the Alabama Crimson Tide last weekend and did what many in the NFL do - make a friendly bet with their teammates on the winner.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 22

Head to Head: Alabama vs. South Carolina

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 22

South Carolina Features Familiar Faces Against Alabama on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's fire up a Wednesday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods and Zach Guffey of Strength Roofing and Siding. The program dives into the Mike Shula protest, former Alabama players on South Carolina's team, each team's third down efficiency and more.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 22

Alabama Misses Out on Pair of Elite Commitments

While Nate Oats and the Crimson Tide staff have been successful on the 2026 recruiting trail, landing two 4-Star commitments thus far, Alabama received a bit of disappointing news this week as it missed out on two elite prospects in the class.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Paul Finebaum Names 'Without a Doubt' the Team to Beat in the SEC

Key Points Alabama has won six straight games, including four over ranked opponents. Paul Finebaum says Alabama, not Texas A&M, is the SEC’s top team.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / October 22

From Ireland to the Deep South — their first college football Saturday in the USA did not disappoint

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 22

Alabama vs. South Carolina prediction: What the analytics say

Alabama and South Carolina reunite in college football’s Week 9 action this coming Saturday, with these SEC hopefuls heading in apparently-different directions.

Joey Aguilar News / AL.com / October 22

James Smith called for unnecessary roughness on Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar. Good call or not?

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 22

A Pair of Alabama Football Defenders Named National Player of the Week: Roll Call

Alabama took down the Tennesse Volunteers in their annual rivalry game this past Saturday thanks to a monumental effort from the Crimson Tide defense. The defense generated nine points and stopped a two-point conversion to ensure the program stayed unbeaten in conference play and win its sixth game in a row.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 21

Crimson Tide Target Sets Commitment Date

The recruiting train never stops, and seemingly neither does the Alabama coaching staff. After adding three commitments to the 2027 recruiting class over the last month, Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide could be closing in on yet another top rated prospect.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 21

Alabama Football's Next Road Game Challenge on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's fire up a Tuesday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods as we welcome Woods back from vacation. The program rapid fires topics at Woods to kick off the show, further discusses the Tennessee game, and then heads to the voicemail line to stir up a conversation on the South Carolina Gamecocks.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 21

What Alabama’s defensive coordinator told Zabien Brown before game-changing interception

The Third Saturday in October was moments away from being a tight ball game before halftime, but an interception returned for a 99-yard touchdown by Zabien Brown gave Alabama a comfortable 23-7 lead over Tennessee going into the locker room.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Kirk Herbstreit Names 'Most Impressive' SEC Team

Key Points Alabama has rebounded from a Week 1 loss to Florida State with six straight wins. The Crimson Tide climbed from No. 21 to No. 4 in the AP Poll.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Alabama Dealt Bad News After Tennessee Game

The Alabama Crimson Tide are up to No. 4 in the rankings after a 37-20 win over then-No. 11 Tennessee on Week 8. Alabama has six straight wins with the only loss this season coming in Week 1 to Florida State.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 21

Alabama DC tells what issues are making it hard for Tide to stop the run

Alabama football’s defensive coordinator Kane Wommack knows the Crimson Tide’s defense has to get better at stopping the run. The Tide have given up more than 140 rushing yards in four games this season.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 20

Alabama loses 2027 commitment with Deion Sanders, Colorado looming

It's not often that the Alabama Crimson Tide lose a top recruit, even in the Kalen DeBoer era, but we're in a brand new world on the college football recruiting trail.

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