Alabama Crimson Tide: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College football world reacts to Alabama naming Keelon Russell its starting quarterback

Keelon Russell was announced as the Alabama Crimson Tide’s starting quarterback on Saturday, and it created a lot of buzz. Here is a look at several reactions from those in the college football circle:

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Alabama standing out to 4-Star wide receiver looking to narrow recruitment down

Maximus Curry is looking to narrow his choices down soon with a few schools really standing out to him. Curry is a 2028 four-star wide receiver out of Battle Ground Academy in Tennessee.

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

Keelon Russell Details 'Crazy Athletic' Early Football Years

Keelon Russell will be Alabama's quarterback for the 2026 season, as the sophomore's football journey is entering its biggest stage thus far. The 19-year-old has been waiting for this moment, but it goes far beyond when he first arrived in Tuscaloosa.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Alabama has named its starting quarterback

The Alabama Crimson Tide have named their starting quarterback for the 2026 season. Keelon Russell, a former five-star recruit, has won the quarterback job and will start Alabama’s season opener against ECU, according to Pete Thamel of ESPN.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / August 22

Alabama makes Keelon Russell, Austin Mack decision ahead of Week 1

The battle all offseason has been between sophomore Keelon Russell and senior Austin Mack, and after months of competition, the Crimson Tide have finally settled on their starter in Week 1.

QB battles: Predicting winners at No. 20 Tennessee, No. 22 Iowa and more

Lane Kiffin, LSU receive bold prediction from ESPN analyst

Caleb Downs puts Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith in rare company

Michigan loses promising freshman OL to season-ending injury

Texas LB Ty’Anthony Smith dismissed from program

Kalen Deboer News / The Spun / August 22

Kalen DeBoer Names Alabama's Starting Quarterback For 2026 Season

With the 2026 college football season set to begin very soon, Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer has named his starting quarterback for Week 1 against East Carolina.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Viral Sports News / August 21

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

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.

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 / 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 / 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 / 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 / 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 (.

Ryan Grubb News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / August 19

Alabama OC labels 234-pound running back as a workhorse

Alabama offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb met with reporters on Monday, and he labeled this Crimson Tide running back as the “workhorse” of the group. Grubb said that 234-pound running back Daniel Hill transformed his body this offseason and continues to increase his knowledge and maturity.

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