Alabama football’s starting husky defensive back Red Morgan may be listed at 6-foot and 190 pounds, but he plays much bigger, and the impact he is having as of late is just as big.
Red Morgan is primed for a breakout year as Alabama's starting husky. But with one of the most talented secondaries in the nation, there is no shortage of extremely talented options behind him.
Alabama football will enter the upcoming season with one of the best secondaries in college football. Each of the Crimson Tide’s expected starters has starting experience under their belt.
Alabama’s annual A-Day gave fans a lot to unpack, from new freshmen and transfers to improved returners. If one thing is certain, though, it’s that the Crimson Tide will have nothing short of playmakers all over the field.
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.
Red Morgan is listed at 6-foot and 189 pounds on the Alabama football’s 2026 roster, making him one of the Tide’s smallest defensive backs, but his size has not held him back during his time in Tuscaloosa so far, and he has no plans of letting it.
Alabama football’s defensive back, Red Morgan is back in Tuscaloosa for his third season with the Crimson Tide. Morgan started in five games in 2025 while playing in every game last season.
Alabama defensive back Red Morgan, who just completed his sophomore season in a Crimson Tide uniform, is returning to the program for his junior year. Morgan's return was confirmed by Alabama's NIL collective on Saturday morning.
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.
Red Morgan has agreed to stick with Alabama and return to the team for the 2026 football season, according to Alabama’s NIL initiative Yea Alabama. Morgan started in five games for the Crimson Tide in 2025, but he earned playing time in all 15 games.
There isn’t an award or trophy associated with the title, but defensive coordinator Kane Wommack doled out one of Alabama’s biggest honors when addressing defensive back Red Morgan. While praising Morgan on Tuesday, Wommack referred to the 6-foot, 180-pound defender as perhaps the “best striker” on the Crimson Tide’s defense.
Alabama football’s defensive back, Red Morgan made his first start of the season against Oklahoma, and he played in an impactful role in the Crimson Tide’s defensive performance against the Sooners.
Alabama football’s defensive back, Red Morgan was one of the more impactful players on the Crimson Tide’s defense against Tennessee, despite him not having eye-popping stats.
TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— Sophomore defensive backs were all the rage in Alabama football's 37-20 victory against Tennessee on Saturday night. Cornerback Zabien Brown was named SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week for a seven-tackle performance that included a 99-yard pick-six, but he wasn't the only second-year player to contribute in the secondary.
Alabama football’s cornerback room returns experience and depth to its roster in 2025. The Crimson Tide return both starters in Domani Jackson and Zabien Brown and have added even more depth to the position group by adding Red Morgan and Cam Calhoun.
Red Morgan was only a true freshman last season, but he still managed to earn a role almost immediately after stepping on campus. The former Central High School (Phenix City, AL) standout wasn't a blue-chip recruit though.
Alabama football’s sophomore, Red Morgan is one of the many versatile defensive backs in the Crimson Tide’s secondary. Morgan saw playing time in 12 games at safety and on special teams as a true freshman during the 2024 season.
Your latest Crimson Tide news and notes. Happy Thursday, everyone. As you well know, Alabama landed another big fish yesterday in 5-star WR Cedarian Morgan.