Alabama Crimson Tide: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Indiana defensive coordinator responds to Ty Simpson analyzing his defense

Indiana’s defensive coordinator Bryant Haines took to X to respond to Ty Simpson’s thoughts on the Hoosiers’ win over Alabama. Simpson discussed the game on the “Downs to Business” podcast, and he said Indiana did not surprise him.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Alabama Baseball Strikes Out 17 Times in Noncompetitive Loss to Texas

Alabama head coach Rob Vaughn said that No. 4 Texas would be "hungry" against the No. 11Crimson Tide coming off its first series loss of the season to Texas A&M.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 17

No. 2 Alabama Softball Bounces Back Blanking Wildcats in Game One Run Rule Victory

- No. 2 Alabama softball stumbled this week, losing an inexplicable midweek matchup to the Samford Bulldogs. The Crimson Tide bounced back on Friday in a big way, beating up on SEC basement dweller Kentucky and claiming a 9-0 game one rule-rule victory.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 17

SEC Softball Tournament Moves To Alabama For 2027

Alabama softball travels 457 miles to Lexington, Kentucky for the 2026 SEC Tournament in a little more than two weeks. The seven hour trek is a a bit of a journey as Alabama fans travel through traffic nightmares in either Chattanooga or Nashville to get to the event, but relief is coming for Crimson Tide softball fans.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 17

Alabama 5-Star QB target down to two schools ahead of commitment

Elijah Haven told Touchdown Alabama he is down to two schools ahead of an April 25th commitment date. Haven attends Dunham High School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and he is a member of the 2027 recruiting class.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 17

Alabama legacy DB shakes back from suspension

Alabama football had several interesting storylines throughout spring practice, but an underrated one was in its defensive secondary. A legacy defensive back for the Crimson Tide made a mistake late in the 2025 season, but he shook it off and returned with huge plays in spring ball.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 17

Cardinals' Jacoby Brissett makes business decision amid Ty Simpson rumors

On Friday, NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport shared an interesting update on the Cardinals' quarterback situation.

Cardinals seem to be leaving the door open for Ty Simpson to be their 2026 Week 1 starting quarterback

Will Cardinals make stunning Jeremiyah Love decision and gift Titans desired defensive star?

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'QBs with multiple 2 rushing-TD games' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 17

How Aaron Rodgers is impacting Steelers' Ty Simpson decision

On Friday, Steelers reporter Brooke Pryor of ESPN offered an update regarding the possibility that the team could grab Simpson with overall pick No. 21.

Former exec says Steelers should 'strongly consider' taking Bama QB Ty Simpson in first round

Insider casts doubt on Aaron Rodgers' future

Why Steelers may make this Ty Simpson decision during NFL Draft

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The '40-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 17

Cardinals seem to be leaving door open for Simpson to be 2026 Week 1 QB

Cardinals seem to be leaving the door open for Ty Simpson to be their 2026 Week 1 starting quarterback

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort hinted that Arizona's Week 1 starting signal-caller may not yet be on the roster.

Will Cardinals make stunning Jeremiyah Love decision and gift Titans desired defensive star?

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 17

Sanders, Watson, Gabriel receive reality check ahead of NFL Draft

Browns' Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson, Dillon Gabriel receive reality check ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Sanders and Watson are viewed as the favorites to win the team's starting job at some point this summer. However, it seems like they could get some new competition for the gig next week.

Dallas Cowboys mocked to make massive NFL Draft trade, but not with Cleveland Browns

Former Browns QB makes huge locker room claim about Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson competition

Browns GM Andrew Berry addresses rumors of blockbuster NFL Draft trade involving Cowboys

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz

Alabama WBB Signs Boston College Transfer: Roll Call

New Alabama women's basketball head coach Pauline Love is continuing to build her first Crimson Tide roster. She announced on Thursday the official addition of Boston College transfer Amirah Anderson.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 16

Alabama football focusing on high school recruiting and roster retention over transfer portal

Alabama football has a focus on building its roster via the high school ranks over the transfer portal. The Crimson Tide’s General Manager Courtney Morgan sat down with Front Office Sports recently, and he discussed the Tide’s approach to roster acquisitions.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 16

Alabama GM wants to put cap on freshmen NIL income

It has been a conversation in college football for decades, but the legalization of name, image, and likeness compensation since 2021 has gone through the roof.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 16

Midweek Results Prove the Parity in College Softball This Season: 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 / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 16

Alabama making push for 3-Star running back who can run a 4.2 forty

Alabama football has its eyes on Tai Phillips as one of its top running back targets in the 2027 recruiting class. Phillips attends Irmo High School in Irmo, South Carolina and most recruiting sites have him rated as a three-star recruit.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 16

Preview: No. 2 Alabama Softball vs. Kentucky

If Alabama needed any motivation to face the last-place team in the SEC this weekend, the Crimson Tide got it with a midweek loss at Samford on Tuesday.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 16

Simpson finally getting good news about first round of draft

Ty Simpson finally getting good news about first round of 2026 NFL Draft

Numerous analysts have noted that Simpson lacks elite physical traits and experience (15 college starts) that teams want from a quarterback acquired via a first-round pick.

Why Jets may make this Ty Simpson decision if he falls to second round of 2026 NFL Draft

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Why Steelers may make this Ty Simpson decision during NFL Draft

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 16

Former Alabama QB feels Tide 6-foot-4 freshman wide receiver can put defenses in a bind

Cederian Morgan is one of several Alabama freshmen garnering praise as the Crimson Tide’s spring practice comes to an end. Morgan is a freshman wide receiver for the Crimson Tide, and he is a product of Benjamin Russell High School in Alexander City, Alabama.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 16

Why Steelers may make this Ty Simpson decision during NFL Draft

Whether or not the Steelers would or should make Simpson the 21st overall pick of the draft continues to spark conversations on local and national sports-talk programs.

Ty Simpson shares his thoughts on competing with Fernando Mendoza

NFL insider, former GM address Steelers' Ty Simpson question amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty

Dan Orlovsky again addresses conspiracy theory about Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson draft rankings

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 16

Why Jets may make this Simpson decision if he falls to second round

Why Jets may make this Ty Simpson decision if he falls to second round of 2026 NFL Draft

Fans and analysts have wondered if the Jets could grab the polarizing prospect at selection No. 33 or No. 44.

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Dan Orlovsky again addresses conspiracy theory about Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson draft rankings

Ty Simpson shares his thoughts on competing with Fernando Mendoza

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Active 100-rushing-yard game leaders' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / A to Z Sports / April 14

Alabama’s budding star in the backfield isn’t the name that everyone was expecting ahead of the Crimson Tide’s 2026 season

The Alabama Crimson Tide held its annual A-Day scrimmage last week, and while it was the quarterbacks who stole the show alongside the freshman wide receivers, the running game struggled.