Alabama Crimson Tide: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

How exactly the Alabama Crimson Tide athletic department went all in following Nick Saban retirement in 2024

The Nick Saban era ended at Alabama over a year ago now. Since then the Crimson Tide somehow missed the college football playoff with new head coach Kalen DeBoer at the helm, but fans should still have confidence that the program and its success is not going anywhere.

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Alabama QB Commit Jett Thomalla on The Joe Gaither Show

Let's hang out on a Friday edition of "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Mason Woods as we celebrate the Fourth of July by talking hotdogs, recruiting and getting to know Alabama's newest quarterback commit, Jett Thomalla.

College Football News / Roll 'Bama Roll / July 4

Jumbo Package: Fourth of July edition

Your latest Crimson Tide news and notes. Happy Friday, everyone, and Happy Fourth of July. As you’d expect, there isn’t a ton of news out there today, but here are a few interesting posts to Tide you over.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Alabama Receives Exciting Update on 5-Star EDGE

The consensus around the Alabama Crimson Tide football program this summer is that they will be just fine under head coach Kalen DeBoer. Last season, Alabama posted a 9-4 record, and although impressive on the surface, they failed to win double-digit games for the first time since 2017.

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

5-Star Alabama EDGE Prospect Names Crimson Tide in Top Schools

Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama coaching staff have been absolutely dominant on the recruiting trail over the last month, locking in a dozen new 2026 commitments, several of which are among the best in the nation.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 3

Tuscaloosa Mayor believes city does not want Alabama football to have A-Day

After Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer adjusted the spring game format this past season, more questions are likely on the horizon for A-Day. One of them being if it should even happen at all.

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

Alabama Athletics Releases 2024-25 List of Level 3 NCAA Violations

The Alabama athletics department released its yearly report of Level 3 NCAA violations on Thursday. Five teams combined for six different minor violations; the Crimson Tide baseball program had two infractions listed in the report.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Tuscaloosa Mayor Delivers Hot Take on the Future of Alabama's A-Day

For years, A-Day has been an annual tradition for the Alabama Crimson Tide. Every year, at the end of spring practice, the offensive and defensive teams are split up for a scrimmage that fans can attend.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 3

Thompson QB ‘excited’ about earning offer from DeBoer, feels he fits Grubb’s offense

Kalen DeBoer and Alabama football have extended an offer to Thompson High School’s junior quarterback, Trent Seaborn. Seaborn is a 2027 four-star quarterback prospect.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / July 3

Alabama June Recruiting Recap

June was a big month for Alabama recruiting. Kalen DeBoer and the staff landed 10 commitments during the month. That now has the Crimson Tide ranked seventh by 247Sports.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 3

Alabama commit sends message to recruits: 'If you want to stay home…come to the best team in the state'

Alabama football’s new five-star commit, Cederian Morgan feels the best players in Alabama should choose the Crimson Tide if they want to stay home. Morgan committed to the Crimson Tide Wednesday over Auburn and a long list of other programs.

Paul Finebaum Names Major SEC Program That Will Silence Doubters This Season

The 2024 college football season did not go as several programs had hoped, leading to doubts about their ability to turn things around. This is particularly true for the Alabama Crimson Tide, who finished the year with a 9-4 record in Kalen DeBoer's first season as head coach.

Kalen Deboer News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Analyst Reveals Key Difference In Alabama Between Nick Saban, Kalen DeBoer's Coaching

It's never easy to follow a legend's lead. Kalen DeBoer was aware of that when he took over for the Alabama Crimson Tide, who'd grown accustomed to dominating college football under Nick Saban's direction.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / AL.com / July 2

Tim Tebow, Urban Meyer, and the conquest that made Alabama king

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Athlon Sports / July 2

NFL Legend Has Clear Message for 5-Star WR After His Commitment to Alabama

Don't look now, but top-ranked recruits are flocking to Alabama. The Crimson Tide have landed 10 commits in the past 11 days, and are also leading all of college football with four five-star commits in their class.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Nick Saban Trending as Alabama Lands Fourth 5-Star Recruit

It's been an exciting offseason for the Alabama Crimson Tide and head coach Kalen DeBoer, putting together a 2026 recruiting class that currently ranks No.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / July 2

Alabama Baseball Transfer Breakdown: Tyler Boudreau

With one year of college eligibility remaining, former Texas Tech weekend starter Tyler Boudreau committed to Alabama on Tuesday afternoon. The right-hander pitched in 13 games (10 starts) for the Red Raiders in 2025.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / July 2

Nate Oats Gives Summer Update on Alabama Guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr.

Alabama men's basketball recently tipped off its summer training program, and although Crimson Tide guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. received his medical redshirt after rupturing his Achilles on Nov.

Ryan Williams News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Ryan Williams Sends Message to Alabama’s Latest 5-Star Commit

Alabama star wideout Ryan Williams is the face of the Crimson Tide. The freshman All-American is coming off a special true freshman season, and the 18-year-old receiver will be looking to do even more for the program in 2025.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / July 2

Alabama jumps into Top 10 in 2026 football recruiting rankings after Cederian Morgan pledge

Alabama secured its third five-star prospect in the 2026 football recruiting cycle on Wednesday when blue-chip wide receiver Cederian Morgan revealed his commitment to the Crimson Tide’s burgeoning class.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 2

Meet the Alabama football players who earned preseason All-America honors from Walter Camp Foundation

The Walter Camp Football Foundation has recognized several University of Alabama football players as preseason All-Americans for the 2025 season, highlighting the Crimson Tide's talent ahead of the new campaign.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / July 1

Alabama lands commitment of standout WR who's drawn Julio Jones comparisons

Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide are heating up on the recruiting trail.

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / July 1

Former Alabama All-Pro involved in one of the most unique and bizarre NFL trades of the last three decades

A former Alabama Crimson Tide All-Pro was at the center of the biggest NFL trade of the offseason this week. The Miami Dolphins re-acquired safety Minkah Fitzpatrick from the Pittsburgh Steelers almost six years after initially moving him for a first-round pick.