Alabama Crimson Tide: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Does Nick Saban know who will start at QB for Alabama this season?

There isn’t a more connected source in the media to Alabama football than its former head coach Nick Saban. Saban, who is now one of the hosts of ESPN’s College Gameday, made an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Friday where he was asked the key question on everyone’s mind.

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Former Alabama Champion Gets Ditched by NFL Team

Former Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Marcus Banks, a member of the 2020 national championship team, has been released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 21

ECU head coach says Pirates are preparing to face 2 Alabama quarterbacks

The Alabama Crimson Tide have yet to name a starting quarterback with just 15 days remaining until kickoff. Alabama quarterbacks Austin Mack and Keelon Russell have been batting for the starting role throughout the majority of the offseason, and each player has flashed major potential in the past.

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

Alabama's Second Fall Camp Scrimmage Report on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's fire up a Friday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral"with Theo Fernandez, as our hosts discuss what happened in Bryant-Denny Stadium on Thursday during the Crimson Tide's second fall camp scrimmage.

Kalen Deboer News / CFB-HQ on SI / August 21

Rece Davis Announces Clear Kalen DeBoer Update Amid Alabama Hot Seat Rumors

Look at any so-called hot seat ranking for college football head coaches entering the 2026 season, and you just might find Kalen DeBoer’s name listed in that group.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 21

Alabama native puts explosive performance on display in 2nd scrimmage

Alabama native and Crimson Tide running back Kevin Riley had an impressive performance in Alabama’s second scrimmage of fall camp ahead of the 2026 college football season, Touchdown Alabama was told.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 20

2026 Alabama High School Football Scores: Every Game, Final Result

Need a score this fall? It'll be here. High school football scores for the entire state of Alabama will all appear in one place during the 2026-27 academic year, on the Alabama Sports Writers Association site — right here — giving fans a quick way to look up results from previous weeks.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / August 20

Still not much separation between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack at Alabama camp

The Alabama Crimson Tide will kick things off against East Carolina on Sept. 5, and by then, you can bet that head coach Kalen DeBoer will have a starting quarterback leading the way.

Alabama in unfamiliar territory entering Week 1

Alabama likely to name QB1 soon amid Austin Mack, Keelon Russell battle

Alabama freshman gets massive endorsement from DC Kane Wommack

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

Roydell Williams News / Viral Sports News / August 20

Former Alabama Champion Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Another chapter closed quickly for one of Alabama’s own this week, as the Indianapolis Colts waived running back Roydell Williams on Wednesday to clear a roster spot for veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 20

What are the Floor and Ceiling for Alabama Football in 2026? 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.

Conor Talty News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 20

Conor Talty and Lorcan Quinn Still Battling For Alabama Place Kicking Duties

Alabama football endured a tumultuous 2025 season on special teams, culminating with kicker Conor Talty going viral by berating a teammate after a missed kick.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 20

Which Alabama players were held out of second scrimmage of fall camp?

Alabama football was without two offensive players again in its second scrimmage of fall camp before the 2026 college football season. A defensive player also went down with an injury.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 20

Stock Up, Stock Down With Alabama Offense on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's fire up a Thursday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Theo Fernandez, as we carry our theme from yesterday into a discussion on the offense side of the ball.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 20

Kalen DeBoer addresses Alabama football’s kicking competition

On Thursday, Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer spoke to reporters about the kicking competition between Conor Talty and Lorcan Quinn. DeBoer said it is “a battle” when referring to the competition between kickers, but he means it “in a good way” because both Talty and Quinn are doing well in fall camp.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / August 20

Alabama freshman gets massive endorsement from DC Kane Wommack

Earlier this week, defensive coordinator Kane Wommack called out freshman defensive back Jireh Edwards in a good way. He could end up making some big plays at safety for the Tide in 2026.

Alabama in unfamiliar territory entering Week 1

Alabama likely to name QB1 soon amid Austin Mack, Keelon Russell battle

South Carolina likely to be without two key players for season opener vs. Kent State

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 19

Alabama has six players named to preseason All-SEC Teams

The University of Alabama football team had six players selected to the 2026 Preseason Coaches All-Southeastern Conference Team, the league office announced Wednesday. The Crimson Tide was represented by two players on the league’s first team, both on defense.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 19

Why Caleb Woodson Should Wear the Green Dot for Alabama Defense: Just a Minute

Paul Finebaum News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 19

Paul Finebaum thrashes Alabama fans for reaction to AP Poll rankings

Paul Finebaum has done a complete 180 on Alabama since the Kalen DeBoer era began. A program that was usually subject to consistently less criticism under Nick Saban has now been fair game for Finebaum to unleash one following back-to-back seasons of losing three or more games.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / August 19

Alabama just made a change that will only elevate the Crimson Tide’s rivalry with Tennessee come the third Saturday in October

The third Saturday in October is going to have a whole different look this year, and honestly, it’s a change that Alabama should have made a long time ago.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 19

Stock Up, Stock Down With Alabama Defense on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's fire up a Wednesday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Theo Fernandez, where we discuss Alabama defensive coordinator Kane Wommack's comments on Tuesday, where he declared himself a human stock exchange.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / EasySportz / August 19

Alabama-Tennessee Is Bringing Back an Awesome Tradition

The Third Saturday in October is about to look the way it was always supposed to. Tennessee and Alabama will both wear their traditional home jerseys when the two rivals meet in 2026 and 2027, meaning we’ll get Tennessee orange against Alabama crimson on the same field.

Softball News / Softball On SI / August 19

Alabama Softball Debuts New Locker Room Following Incredible 2026 Season

Following an incredible 2026 season that saw the Alabama Crimson Tide finish with the most wins since 2019 (56-9) and its highest winning percentage (.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / August 18

Alabama coach gives a huge health update on highly anticipated freshman weapon that the Crimson Tide will need in 2026

The Alabama Crimson Tide have had some unfortunate injuries to two critical players in fall camp. But following the latest update from offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, there is finally some good news on the injury front.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / August 17

Alabama in unfamiliar territory entering Week 1

With several unknowns surrounding the Crimson Tide this season, they found themselves in an unusual spot in the Top 25.

Alabama likely to name QB1 soon amid Austin Mack, Keelon Russell battle

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Kalen Deboer News / Yardbarker / August 13

Alabama likely to name QB1 soon amid Austin Mack, Keelon Russell battle

Kalen DeBoer doesn't want to wait long to name a starting quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide.

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / College Sports Only / August 11

Alabama Coach’s Iron Man-Style Suit Goes Viral

Alabama’s defensive analyst Jarret Johnson is causing a stir at training camp by donning a heavily padded Iron Man-style strike suit with numbers, used to absorb hits during hand-placement drills.