Legendary Alabama Football Practice Official Eddie Conyers Passes Away

Legendary Alabama football practice official Eddie Conyers has passed away, according to head athletic trainer Jeff Allen. Conyers, 97, began officiating Crimson Tide football practice during the Bear Bryant era and continued through this past season.

Conyers worked on the Crimson Tide sideline in the Mal Moore Athletic facility for 60 years before transitioning into an off field role in 2025. He oversaw the practice officials' schedule this season after spending most of his time officiating from the offensive backfield.

"This is the first year in 60 years I've not done this," he told NPR this past fall.