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AJ McCarron identifies 2 areas Alabama must improve on defense to be elite

AJ McCarron identifies 2 areas Alabama must improve on defense to be elite

Alabama football created takeaways on defense and made plays last year, but it was not among the elite groups in college football. The Crimson Tide finished in the middle of the pack nationally in several categories, which frustrated defensive coordinator Kane Wommack.

No. 7 Alabama Run-Rules North Dakota State Behind Taylor’s Two-Homer Day

TUSCALOOSA, Ala –– No. 7 Alabama softball continued its dominant stretch at Rhoads Stadium, run-ruling North Dakota State 13-0 in five innings Saturday behind an explosive offensive performance and a combined two-hit shutout in the circle.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 28
Alabama offer a ‘childhood dream’ for 6-foot-5 ATH Kaleb Ballard

Alabama offer a ‘childhood dream’ for 6-foot-5 ATH Kaleb Ballard

Kaleb Ballard feels earning an Alabama football offer was a pivotal moment in his recruitment. Ballard attends Wetumpka High School in Alabama, and he is a member of the 2028 recruiting class.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 28
DeBoer details what he has seen from Alabama football’s running backs after first scrimmage

DeBoer details what he has seen from Alabama football’s running backs after first scrimmage

Kalen DeBoer was asked about Alabama football’s running backs Friday after the Crimson Tide completed its first scrimmage of the spring. The Tide’s rushing attack was abysmal at times during the 2025 football season.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 28

Sophomore running back attracting major attention after moving from Texas to Alabama

Zyien Dupree made his way to the University of Alabama for an unofficial visit after recently moving to Alabama. Dupree now attends Gaston High School in Gadsden, Alabama, after transferring from Lake Belton High School in Texas.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 28
Alabama offers Wetumpka 6-foot-5 ATH

Alabama offers Wetumpka 6-foot-5 ATH

Alabama football extended an offer to Kaleb Ballard on Friday. Ballard is a 2028 prospect who attends Wetumpka High School in Alabama. He now holds 12 college football offers with offers from Alabama, Auburn, Kentucky and others.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / March 28

'The Best Year of My Life': Alabama Basketball Reflects on Unforgettable Season

CHICAGO — You know, goodbyes aren't forever. Alabama basketball's 2025-26 season ended at the hands of Michigan in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament, but it's a bittersweet ending to a wild year.

Alabama Softball Dominates Bison to Open Weekend Series: Roll Call

Alabama softball opened its two-game weekend set against North Dakota State with an 8-1 win on Friday. The Crimson Tide saw freshman Vic Moten handle seven innings of work as she set a new single game high in strikeouts with 14.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / March 28
Alabama's Season-Long Weaknesses Exposed in Sweet 16 Loss to Michigan

Alabama's Season-Long Weaknesses Exposed in Sweet 16 Loss to Michigan

CHICAGO — It was quite the ride throughout Alabama basketball's 2025-26 season. The Crimson Tide fell to Michigan 90-77 on Friday evening in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16.

Nate Oats News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / March 28
Nate Oats on Roster Construction: 'We Got to Get Bigger'

Nate Oats on Roster Construction: 'We Got to Get Bigger'

CHICAGO–– The size disparity between Alabama and Michigan was on full display in the Crimson Tide's season-ending loss to the Wolverines in the Sweet 16 on Friday night.

Alabama senior had heartbreaking gesture after losing to Michigan

Alabama senior had heartbreaking gesture after losing to Michigan

Houston Mallette was not emotionally ready on Friday to see his Alabama career officially come to an end. A second-half collapse doomed 4-seed Alabama against 1-seed Michigan in their Sweet 16 showdown at the United Center in Chicago, Ill.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 27
College Basketball News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / March 27
What Labaron Philon, Amari Allen Said About Their Futures After Sweet 16 Loss

What Labaron Philon, Amari Allen Said About Their Futures After Sweet 16 Loss

CHICAGO — Alabama basketball's 2025-26 season is officially over. The Crimson Tide fell to Michigan 90-77 in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 on Friday evening in Chicago.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 27
Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 27
Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 27
Prattville 4-Star WR locking in Alabama official visit after great multiple-day visit

Prattville 4-Star WR locking in Alabama official visit after great multiple-day visit

Deshawn Hall is locking in an official visit with Alabama football after a multiple-day visit to Tuscaloosa this week. Hall is a 2027 four-star recruit, and he attends Prattville High School in Alabama.

Nate Oats News / AL.com / March 27
Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 27
Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / March 27
Aden Holloway News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / March 27

Aden Holloway's Final Status Revealed for Alabama vs. Michigan

CHICAGO — Alabama guard Aden Holloway is out for tonight's NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 matchup against Michigan, per March Madness' final availability report two hours before tipoff.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 27
Kalen DeBoer analyzes QB competition after Alabama’s first spring scrimmage

Kalen DeBoer analyzes QB competition after Alabama’s first spring scrimmage

Alabama held its first scrimmage of spring football on Friday which provided another look for head coach Kalen DeBoer to have at his quarterback competition between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / March 27
Analyst shares rough update for Ty Simpson

Analyst shares rough update for Ty Simpson about possibly becoming a first-round draft pick

Following his recent pro-day workout, Simpson insisted that he "absolutely" believes he has "done everything" to become a first-round pick during the 2026 NFL Draft. Some members of the NFL community disagree with Simpson's assessment.

Only one GM attended Alabama's Pro Day amid Ty Simpson-Fernando Mendoza debate
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Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer addresses major Ty Simpson draft concern
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Notable update emerges on the TJ Otzelberger North Carolina rumors

Notable update emerges on the TJ Otzelberger North Carolina rumors

Iowa State head coach TJ Otzelberger doesn’t seem to be leaving Ames, Iowa, anytime soon. While Otzelberger’s name was one of several prominent coaches tied to the newly-opened North Carolina job, Jeff Goodman of The Field of 68 said on Thursday that the Iowa State coach is not in the mix for the job.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / March 27
Ty Simpson sends message to teams that may draft, pass on him

Ty Simpson sends message to teams that may draft, pass on him after pro day

Some have suggested that Simpson could slide to the bottom third or even out of the draft's first round on the night of April 23.

Fernando Mendoza-Simpson debate: Hot take among latest NFL Draft intel
Orlovsky responds to conspiracy theory about Mendoza, Simpson draft take
Mel Kiper Jr. offers passionate response to Orlovsky about Simpson take
Mendoza or Simpson: What do numbers say?
Arvell Reese's awkward pro day raises eyebrows but won't hurt NFL Draft stock
Alabama Crimson Tide News / College Football News / March 25
Michigan vs Alabama Prediction and Preview: NCAA Tournament Sweet 16

Michigan vs Alabama Prediction and Preview: NCAA Tournament Sweet 16

Michigan and Alabama have managed to carve out excellent basketball programs at football-dominant schools - the Wolverines more so than the Crimson Tide - and the two mega-brands are about to put on a show.

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