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The Alabama Crimson Tide will face South Carolina at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday evening, and the Crimson Tide is set to face star quarterback LaNorris Sellers for the third time.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 8

'The Devil's in the Details': How Kane Wommack is Handling Alabama's Deep Secondary

Alabama's defense hasn't been asked too many questions this offseason. Of course, there's speculation around a completely new defensive line and also an inside linebackers group, but the secondary really doesn't have many concerns.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / July 24

3 Alabama football players named to Preseason All-SEC First Team

A trio of Alabama football players was named to the Preseason All-SEC First Team. Bray Hubbard, Zabien Brown and Ryan Coleman-Williams were named to the first team.

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College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / May 29

National Power Pulls Ahead in 5-Team Battle for College Football's No. 4 WR

One of the best wide receiver prospects coming out of high school is fast approaching a major recruiting decision, and college football’s marquee programs are lining up to earn his consideration as time winds down on his process.

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25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season

College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / May 6

Ranking Alabama football’s position groups ahead of 2026 season: Safeties

We are about to enter the summer portion of the college football offseason, which means it is time to create intriguing series pieces for the University of Alabama program.

Oregon Ducks News / Oregon Ducks on SI / April 5

Oregon Ducks Five-Star Recruiting Target Turns Heads With New Update

The Oregon Ducks are in pursuit of class of 2027 five-star recruit, athlete/wide receiver Xavier Sabb. Sabb recently posted on his Instagram story a picture right outside of Autzen Stadium in Eugene. Sabb is spending some time in Eugene, Oregon, this weekend around the Ducks football facilities.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 1

What excites Keon Sabb about playing with Bray Hubbard at Alabama?

The most excitement Alabama fans have for its football team in the fall lies in its secondary. Kane Wommack has so much experience returning on the backend; however, the alphas of the group with the ‘dawg’ mentality are at safety.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 31

Former 4-star DB making big strides in spring practice for Alabama

Alabama’s defensive secondary is one of few positions Crimson Tide fans are confident in for the coming fall. Several experienced veterans – including Keon Sabb, Bray Hubbard, Zabien Brown, and Red Morgan – are back to assure elite performances.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 30

Alabama DB tells why he feels he can win second national title with Crimson Tide

He has enough cache to pursue the National Football League Draft, but a veteran defensive back for the University of Alabama wanted one final season in college.

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Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 30

Keon Sabb tells what his younger brother will bring to the table for the Tide

Alabama safety Keon Sabb is returning to Tuscaloosa for his final year of college football, but something will be different for him this time around. His younger brother, Amari Sabb, will also be joining the Tide for the 2026 season.

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 15

How Alabama convinced Bray Hubbard and Keon Sabb to return

Two of Alabama’s best defensive backs elected to return to Alabama for another season and forgo the NFL draft, and it’s a pair of decisions that have Alabama’s

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / January 19

No. 1 ATH spurs recruitment battle with four major college football programs

Xavier Sabb, a 6-foot-1, 180-pound athlete out of Glassboro High School in New Jersey, is widely viewed as one of the most complete football players in the country. Ranked as the No.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 29

Alabama's Bray Hubbard, Keon Sabb Have Mindset Geared Toward Turnovers

TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— Alabama football safeties Bray Hubbard and Keon Sabb had not shared a defensive backfield prior to the 2025 campaign. When Sabb got hurt last fall, Hubbard stepped in and solidified himself.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / November 4, 2025

USC's Chad Savage Playing Critical Role In Recruiting Five-Star Prospect

Five-star athlete Xavier Sabb is one of the top recruits in the class of 2027, and the USC Trojans are one of several programs pursuing him. The USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley are not only in good standing with Sabb, but are also standing out as a top school.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / August 9, 2025

Oregon Ducks To Land Talented Brother Duo Over Recruiting Powerhouse In SEC?

As the Oregon Ducks coaching staff finishes recruiting the class of 2026, the class of 2027's recruitment is well under way. The Ducks currently have two

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 4, 2025

'All Smiles': Keon Sabb Approaching Season with Gratitude for Being on Field

TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— Alabama safety Keon Sabb said this past Saturday that he initially got hurt before last season's Tennessee game, when he went down with

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / August 2, 2025

Kane Wommack Says Alabama Defensive Back is Ahead of Schedule: Extra Point

Alabama safety Keon Sabb is making noticeable strides in his return from injury, earning praise from defensive coordinator Kane Wommack as the Crimson Tide open fall camp.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / November 14, 2024

PFF Tabs One Alabama Safety as a 'Rising Star'

When Crimson Tide safety Keon Sabb, who picked off two passes and wrapped up 39 tackles, went down with an injury during the Tennessee game, many expected Alabama's thin secondary to struggle.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 11, 2024

Michigan Football: Keon Sabb shares Rose Bowl story that ultimately helped him go to Alabama

Former Michigan safety Keon Sabb entered the transfer portal back on Feb. 16. Four days later he not only committed to Alabama, but was already enrolled.

College Football News / Field Level Media / February 20, 2024

Alabama lands former Michigan S Keon Sabb

Former Michigan safety Keon Sabb has enrolled at Alabama after entering the transfer portal last week. He played in 14 games for the national champion Wolverines in 2023 and tallied two interceptions and 28 tackles.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / February 19, 2024

Alabama Football adds star defensive back they hope to replace the now departed Caleb Downs

Alabama has found their Caleb Downs replacement in the form of Michigan transfer and star safety Keon Sabb. Fully replacing all-conference safety Caleb Downs might seem impossible, but if the Crimson Tide were going to even come close they needed someone exactly like Keon Sabb.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / February 19, 2024

Oregon Pursuing Michigan Safety Keon Sabb in the Transfer Portal

Dan Lanning has reloaded Oregon's roster in a big way heading into next season. First he inked the best recruiting class in program history, and then he added 11 more players from the transfer portal which only makes the Ducks that much deeper on paper.

Michigan Wolverines News / Blue By Ninety / February 18, 2024

Big Ten Power In Contact With Michigan Football Transfer

This week, Michigan football lost another defensive player to the transfer portal, this time former four-star safety recruit Keon Sabb. At Michigan, Sabb showed lots of promise but struggled to find playing time in a safety room that included All-Big Ten safeties Rod Moore and Makari Paige.

College Football News / FanNation All Syracuse / February 17, 2024