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Pete Thamel shares major detail about Ryan Grubb’s hiring as Alabama assistant football coach

ESPN's Pete Thamel revealed what Alabama assistant football coach Ryan Grubb's job with the Crimson Tide will be in 2025.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe sends strong message on his college football finale at 2025 Senior Bowl

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe discussed his Senior Bowl experience after a week of practice and a 22-19 victory for the American Team.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe's draft stock predicted to make major jump under one condition following Senior Bowl

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe benefitted from a week down in Mobile for the Senior Bowl, likely raising his stock ahead of the 2025 NFL draft.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama writer shares how Kalen DeBoer choosing either QB Simpson, Russell or Mack won't be 'overly shocking'

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has a season two-defining choice within his Crimson Tide QB room in 2025.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer shares strong message on Crimson Tide's outlook in 2025

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer began addressing the future at the Senior Bowl festivities in Mobile.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama football QB Jalen Milroe given nearly perfect Senior Bowl practice assessment with one damning caveat

Alabama football QB Jalen Milroe is not helping his case during the buildup to the 2025 Reese's Senior Bowl in Mobile.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer makes definitive statement on Ty Simpson with impending QB1 call

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer made a telling statement on where he feels the QB position is headed in Tuscaloosa.

Pankti Parmar

Jalen Milroe shares his secret sauce as parting message to Alabama football QB room before 2025 NFL draft

Jalen Milroe had a valuable message for the Alabama football QB room taking over his responsibilities under center in 2025.

Pankti Parmar

Nick Saban-era Alabama assistant football coach helped retain 5-star defender through Kalen DeBoer transition

One Nick Saban-era Alabama assistant football coach helped keep former 5-star DL Tim Smith on the Crimson Tide his entire career.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer calls out Crimson Tide’s biggest question mark for 2025 season

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer understands where fans may feel there's a shortcoming on his 2025 Crimson Tide depth chart.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe thrilled on possibility of working with Browns OC, fueling 2025 NFL draft rumors

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe seemingly likes the idea of going No. 2 in the 2025 NFL draft to the Cleveland Browns.

Pankti Parmar

Kalen DeBoer sends inspiring message to Alabama football QB Jalen Milroe amid Senior Bowl practice struggles

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer couldn't let his first Crimson Tide QB1, Jalen Milroe, go without encouragement even if he's no longer the QB's coach.

Pankti Parmar

Why are we panicking about the state of the SEC? Examining its downfall after Alabama and Georgia's dominance

Many are panicking about the state of the SEC because teams like Alabama and Georgia are becoming early CFP exits or non-playoff teams.

Jacob Ganten

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer can offer Ryan Grubb coaching role other than offensive coordinator

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer may get creative by adding Ryan Grubb to his Crimson Tide coaching staff.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has 'realistic path' to be next in-line coach for win national title

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer may not have the Crimson Tide down in Tuscaloosa for long.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama's Jalen Milroe could see slide in NFL draft stock following recent performance

The NFL pre-draft process is just beginning but Alabama's Jalen Milroe seems to be starting off on the wrong foot.

Liam Willerup

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer strongly warned of Ty Simpson as Crimson Tide mull QB decision

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer is being put on the spot on whether Ty Simpson is the best choice for the Crimson Tide's starting QB position.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer shares morning-after locker room scenes post-ReliaQuest Bowl loss

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer opened up some of the Crimson Tide's wounds from their ReliaQuest Bowl loss to Michigan.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama, LSU, Miami lead college football's boom-or-bust teams in 2025

Opinions vary widely on Alabama, LSU, Miami, Illinois and BYU when it comes to the Way-Too-Early Top 25 projections.

Bill Bender

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s ‘Bama Standard’ deemed lower than Kirby Smart’s Georgia standard

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer doesn't have many thinking the Crimson Tide are ahead of Georgia anymore. One analyst believes DeBoer has lowered the 'Bama Standard' and hindered their progress in the SEC during the NIL era.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer and UGA’s Kirby Smart make major statements with year-end ranking of Vols

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer and UGA's Kirby Smart had agendas while deciding where to rank Tennessee in the US LBM Coaches Poll.

Andrew Hughes

Nick Saban makes interesting statement on decision that could’ve prevented legendary Alabama football career

Nick Saban almost made a decision decades ago that would've prevented his entire career as Alabama's head football coach.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama's Jalen Milroe seen as 'first-round talent' by AFC playoff team

Alabama's dual-threat quarterback Jalen Milroe could rise up the draft board with an AFC playoff team viewing him as a "first-round talent".

Liam Willerup

Kalen DeBoer must find answer to 'key' question that'll decide Alabama football's success in 2025

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has been challenged to fix what many see as a sinking ship.

Pankti Parmar

Kalen DeBoer’s replacement at Washington sends stunning message to Alabama head football coach

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer received a puzzling gesture from the man who took over his post at Washington after the 2024/2025 season officially concluded.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama analyst affirms longstanding QB competition status for Crimson Tide’s 2025 college football season

The Alabama football program's offensive identity continues to look certain for the 2025 season. A-Day looms in April to potentially further affirm it.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer predicted dire outcome in 2025 during way-too-early college football rankings

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer doesn't have confidence from the national media about the 2025 season.

Andrew Hughes

Ex-Alabama star shares strong sentiment on college football having super teams like Nick Saban-era Crimson Tide

Former Alabama football quarterback Greg McElroy talked about the landscape of college football ahead of the CFP national championship. McElroy explained that while parity is great for the sport, polarizing super teams like the Nick Saban-era Alabama programs also hold great long-term value for college football.

Ben Grunert

Nick Saban’s retirement as Alabama head football coach inspired 5-star QB to jump to Big Ten powerhouse

Nick Saban's retirement as Alabama's head football coach had a major chain reaction that led to many talented players hitting the transfer portal last January. One star defection opened up about that choice on Saturday.

Andrew Hughes

Paul Finebaum expresses serious concerns on SEC's future with Nick Saban gone from Alabama football

Paul Finebaum worries about the long-term health of the SEC now that Nick Saban isn't head football coach at Alabama.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s hiring put Crimson Tide at deficit in more ways than one

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has been a costly decision for the Crimson Tide in more ways than one.

Andrew Hughes

After having nine teams ranked in the preseason, which SEC teams were the biggest disappointments this season?

The SEC had high expectations but unquestionably underperformed as a conference during the 2024 college football season.

Payton Shanks

Alabama football coach Kalen DeBoer declared big winner post-2025 NFL draft declarations entering offseason

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer didn't get much praise during the season, but he's doing a good job with player retention this offseason.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama allegedly contacted Miami’s $4 million Cam Ward replacement right after hitting transfer portal

Alabama football was allegedly one of the schools in the mix for Miami's $4 million Cam Ward replacement under center.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama analyst sends encouraging message on Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s championship eye

One Tuscaloosa-based publication celebrated Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer's knowledge of championship-level football.

Andrew Hughes

Kalen DeBoer’s Crimson Tide football program deemed forgettable by Alabama columnist

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has lost the narrative surrounding his Crimson Tide in the Yellowhammer State.

Andrew Hughes

ESPN surprises Nick Saban with news he was elected to College Football Hall of Fame

The former Alabama, LSU, Michigan State and Toledo head coach will soon be enshrined in college football history.

Daniel Mader

Alabama analyst regrades Nick Saban’s retirement as Crimson Tide head football coach a year later

One Alabama analyst made a strong judgement on whether or not Crimson Tide football coaching legend Nick Saban made the right decision stepping away a year ago today.

Andrew Hughes

Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer can still bank on Alabama’s brand to win in recruiting

Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer hasn't sullied Alabama's good name as one of the sport's most powerful brands for player development and winning.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama football DL and QB Jalen Milroe get real on how well Kalen DeBoer upheld Nick Saban's 'Bama Standard'

Several Alabama players opened up on Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer's first year in Nick Saban's legendary shoes.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama football head coach Kalen DeBoer delivered key motivating factor to give Ryan Grubb another chance

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer was burned by Ryan Grubb before, but is it time to make amends and hand him the keys to the Crimson Tide offense?

Pankti Parmar

Potential Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer-Ryan Grubb reunion with Crimson Tide given dubious label

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer and his former right-hand man at Washington, Ryan Grubb, could reunite in Tuscaloosa. It'll just be a bit awkward given how Grubb left the Crimson Tide last year.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama legend Nick Saban’s retirement status and whether he’d return to coach college football again

Would Alabama coaching legend Nick Saban ever consider a return to college football, leaving behind his new career as a fan-favorite analyst?

Andrew Hughes

Finebaum shares shockingly depressing message on Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s hot seat status

Paul Finebaum thinks little of the job Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer did in 2024 and believes he's under the microscope in Tuscaloosa now.

Andrew Hughes

Analyst makes absurd claim on Jalen Milroe's NFL decision on Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer's behalf

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer had someone speak falsehoods in his name regarding Jalen Milroe's decision to declare for the NFL draft.

Pankti Parmar

Geno Smith shares strong defense of Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s right-hand man after Seahawks firing

Geno Smith doesn't think his Seattle Seahawks made the right call by firing Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer's right-hand man and potentially setting up a reunion in Tuscaloosa.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer handed wild outlook for 2025 College Football Playoff

Does Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer's Crimson Tide have the confidence of the public to make the College Football Playoff again in 2025?

Pankti Parmar

Alabama journalist has damning prediction for Kalen DeBoer’s staff if they miss College Football Playoff again

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer stands to lose a lot if the Crimson Tide were to miss the College Football Playoff again in 2025.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer gets exposed by Paul Finebaum for 'scorching hot seat' in Tuscaloosa

ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum was in shambles after watching Alabama lose the ReliaQuest Bowl to Michigan, capping the first year of the Kalen DeBoer era.

Zain Bando

Analyst evokes all-time bad Alabama head football coach’s name to describe dire times under Kalen DeBoer

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer is inspiring as much hope for the Crimson Tide's fanbase as one of the all-time worst coaches in the program's recent history.

Andrew Hughes

Surprise QB predicted to be Alabama football’s starter next season after Jalen Milroe's NFL departure

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer may be ready to make a bold decision at the QB position for the 2025 season.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama analyst predicts Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s right-hand man’s return to Tuscaloosa

One local sports talk radio host believes Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer will bring back his offensive guru to Tuscaloosa this offseason.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer may have QB1 for next season after Jalen Milroe declares for NFL draft

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer could already have his QB1 for the 2025 season ready after losing Jalen Milroe to the NFL.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer reveals one way he sees 2024 college football season as success

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer sees the 2024 season differently than most of the Crimson Tide's loudest critics.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama football QB Jalen Milroe blamed for Crimson Tide's bumpy college football season under Kalen DeBoer

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe was assigned the scapegoat label for Kalen DeBoer's failures as Crimson Tide head football coach.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama meeting Nick Saban-era ‘Bama Standard’ under head football coach Kalen DeBoer written off completely

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer doesn't have confidence from many that he'll lead the Crimson Tide back to the level of winning Nick Saban's tenure produced.

Andrew Hughes

Controversies erupt on Alabama football's Jalen Milroe's 2025 draft status in wake of his evasive statement

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe has not made it clear if he's going to return to college football or declare for the 2025 NFL draft.

Pankti Parmar

Paul Finebaum predicts tall order for Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer next season

Paul Finebaum is worried about how Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer will handle the 2024 season's struggles moving forward.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer loses long-time Tide supporter at ESPN after ReliaQuest Bowl dud

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has one ESPN analyst waving the white flag in supporting the Crimson Tide after losing to Michigan in the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer lacked key trait Nick Saban exhibited during Crimson Tide tenure

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer doesn't do this one thing Nick Saban did to ensure the Crimson Tide were championship-caliber throughout his career.

Andrew Hughes

After Alabama embarrassingly loses to Michigan, SEC couldn't be having worse college football bowl season

Alabama's loss to Michigan, which preceded South Carolina's loss to Illinois, clinched a horrific college football bowl season for the SEC.

Payton Shanks

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s staff criticized by ex-Crimson Tide star for failing Jalen Milroe

One former Crimson Tide star didn't name names but implied plenty about Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer's role in Jalen Milroe's shortcomings.

Andrew Hughes

ESPN analyst addresses whether Jalen Milroe would return to Alabama for another college football season

One ESPN analyst discussed whether Jalen Milroe could and should return to Alabama for a fifth college football season.

Andrew Hughes

Here's the full list of opt-outs for Alabama's 2024 bowl game vs. Michigan

Alabama will look a bit different when it takes on Michigan at the 2024 ReliaQuest Bowl. Here's why.

David Suggs

What channel is Alabama vs. Michigan on today?

Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch ReliaQuest Bowl 2024

Jared Greenspan

What time is the Alabama vs. Michigan game?

The Sporting News has everything you need to know about the Alabama vs. Michigan game, including TV and streaming information for the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Ashlee Woods

How to listen to Alabama vs. Michigan on the radio

Here is everything that you need to know in order to listen to Alabama vs. Michigan on the radio.

Ishika Dadhwal

Alabama analyst addresses Jalen Milroe’s NFL payday compared to Tide’s NIL offer to stay in college football

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe has two financial avenues for the 2025 season: the NFL or staying in college football with the Crimson Tide. Which is more lucrative?

Andrew Hughes

Nick Saban not with Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s Crimson Tide for ReliaQuest Bowl practices

Nick Saban is letting Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer run the ship as the Crimson Tide prepare for a bowl game rematch with Michigan.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s top assistants downplay popular narrative ahead of Michigan rematch

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer's staff sees the forest through the trees ahead of the Crimson Tide's ReliaQuest Bowl matchup with Michigan.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama’s version of Travis Hunter gets judgment from teammates after starting trend in college football

Alabama's version of Travis Hunter has sparked conversations among his teammates as the Crimson Tide contend with a potentially-forming college football trend.

Andrew Hughes

Jalen Milroe shares judgment on Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer’s bold ReliaQuest Bowl practice plan

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe has strong thoughts on Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer's plan as the team prepares to face Michigan in the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama football DC Kane Wommack draws a sweet link between Christmas morning and ReliaQuest Bowl preparation

Alabama defensive coordinator Kane Wommack addressed his excitement for the Crimson Tide's ReliaQuest Bowl game against the defending College Football Playoff champions.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer tipped to use Michigan's 2 major weaknesses in ReliaQuest Bowl

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer must exploit the weaknesses Michigan has during the two teams' postseason rematch in the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer gets transfer portal curveball from Michigan ahead of ReliaQuest Bowl

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer saw some recruiting gamesmanship from Michigan and Sherrone Moore ahead of the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Pankti Parmar

Indiana getting CFP invite over Alabama, Miami, South Carolina, Ole Miss deemed 'recklessly negligent'

Indiana getting their spot in the College Football Playoff over several three-loss SEC teams and a two-loss Miami team wasn't popular after the Hoosiers' awful showing against Notre Dame.

Andrew Hughes

College football columnist calls Alabama AD Greg Byrne’s NIL strategy for Crimson Tide ‘pathetic’

Alabama AD Greg Byrne has gotten quite the blowback on his plea to Crimson Tide fans to help fund the football program's NIL spending.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama AD Greg Byrne sends defiant message on college football programs abusing NIL

Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne ripped fellow athletic directors who he believes are using NIL in unconventional ways. The Crimson Tide finished their regular season 9-3.

Zain Bando

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has next star RB in-house after Justice Haynes transfer, says analyst

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer doesn't have to search far and wide for his answer at RB after Justice Haynes' departure.

Pankti Parmar

Is Ryan Williams in the transfer portal? Latest updates on Alabama star's status

Alabama has seen some players exit ahead of the ReliaQuest Bowl, but freshman star Ryan Williams isn't one of them.

Dan Treacy

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer predicted to never match major Nick Saban recruiting feat

The Crimson Tide will never achieve a Nick Saban-era feat during Kalen DeBoer's tenure in Tuscaloosa as Alabama's head football coach, says one analyst.

Andrew Hughes

College football analyst suggests Kalen DeBoer not sweat Alabama's 14 exiting transfers

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer was advised not to worry about the Crimson Tide losing several pieces to the transfer portal once it opened.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama's Ryan Williams emerging as Arch Manning's top contender in 2025 Heisman Trophy race

Alabama WR Ryan Williams could be Texas QB Arch Manning's biggest competition in the 2025 Heisman race, according to one analyst.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has his hands tied with Jalen Milroe’s ReliaQuest Bowl decision

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer is in a no-win situation with Jalen Milroe's status for the ReliaQuest Bowl. Will the Crimson Tide figure out their QB situation before the narrative gets out of hand?

Andrew Hughes

Former Alabama Heisman winner ‘hurt’ by College Football Playoff Selection Committee snubbing Tide for SMU

One former Heisman winner from Nick Saban's time coaching Alabama felt "hurt" by the College Football Playoff Selection Committee choosing SMU over the Crimson Tide.

Andrew Hughes

ESPN analyst sends vitriolic message to Alabama AD, Kalen DeBoer for response to College Football Playoff snub

One ESPN analyst had harsh words for Alabama AD Greg Byrne and Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer for missing the College Football Playoff and complaining about it.

Andrew Hughes

Alabama snub has analyst pitching Greg Sankey to push for changes to College Football Playoff

National college football insider Josh Pate discussed the changes he would make to the College Football Playoff format. SMU qualified instead of Alabama despite losing in the ACC Championship to Clemson on a last-second field goal.

Zain Bando

Alabama legend Nick Saban gets shoutout in major college football coaching hire’s introductory speech

Former Alabama coach Nick Saban provided props to newly minted North Carolina coach Bill Belichick, who was introduced to the local media Thursday. Saban is an intricate part of College GameDay during the college football season.

Zain Bando

Paul Finebaum rips 'train wreck' Alabama, calls Kalen DeBoer's Crimson Tide assistants 'cast of minions'

Paul Finebaum didn't take it easy on Alabama and Kalen DeBoer. The ESPN analyst had choice words for the Crimson Tide's coaching staff.

Pankti Parmar

Joel Klatt accuses College Football Playoff of 'manipulation' after choosing SMU over Alabama

Joel Klatt went right at the throats of the College Football Playoff Selection Committee with a scathing rant after SMU made it instead of Alabama.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama has laughable College Football Playoff case compared to SMU

Alabama is complaining about having missed the College Football Playoff, but SMU's resume was far superior to the Crimson Tide's.

Payton Shanks

Finebaum blasts CFP Selection Committee chairman Warde Manuel for Alabama snub

Paul Finebaum let his feelings on the final College Football Playoff field be known after Alabama was left out of it. Warde Manuel was Finebaum's target.

Pankti Parmar

AD Greg Byrne opens up on CFP Selection Committee snubbing Alabama

Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne was disappointed in the CFP Selection Committee's decision to put SMU in the field over the Crimson Tide. Alabama finished one win short of an SEC Championship berth.

Zain Bando

College Football Playoff snubs 2024: Why Alabama, Miami, Ole Miss left out of CFP

The first-ever 12-team playoff was released Sunday, and the first four teams left out included Alabama, Ole Miss, South Carolina and Miami. Let's take a look at what the committee said about each team.

Morgan Moriarty

Alabama ReliaQuest Bowl tickets, cheapest prices for game vs. Michigan

Alabama and Michigan will face off in the ReliaQuest Bowl in a battle of two of the most renowned college football programs in the nation. Here's everything you need to know about the matchup, including links to the best and most affordable tickets.

Sloan Piva

Michigan vs. Alabama ReliaQuest bowl tickets

Here are the best tickets for the 2024 ReliaQuest Bowl Game between Michigan and Alabama, with the cheapest prices and best seats.

Cate Schiller

Trocchi expert bracket: Look for Notre Dame to win first title since 1988

The Irish will need to pull an upset in the final against the No. 1 team. Here's how they will do it.

Bill Trocchi

Opponent for Alabama's next game after College Football Playoff snub

Alabama was hoping to earn an at-large berth to the College Football Playoff. Instead, it will have to settle for a bowl game.

Bryan Murphy

Nick Saban reacts to committee's decision to pick SMU over Alabama in CFP

Nick Saban was able to give his two cents on the decision to pick SMU over Alabama in the College Football Playoff.

Bryan Murphy

Analyst pins blame on why Alabama was left out of College Football Playoff field

Alabama missed the College Football Playoff for one very specific reason according to one analyst. SMU received the CFP field's No. 12 seed instead.

Andrew Hughes

Is Alabama in the playoffs? Explaining the CFP bracket decision

Alabama was the final team to miss out on the College Football Playoff.

Bryan Murphy

Projecting the final 12-team CFP bracket - SMU gets final spot over Alabama

Clemson's upset of SMU in the ACC title game should keep the SEC at three teams, with Alabama losing its spot to ACC runner-up SMU.

Bill Bender

How Alabama's three losses impact College Football Playoff chances

The Crimson Tide are one of many teams vying for an at-large spot.

Daniel Chavkin

Alabama or SMU? Breaking down the final CFP spot dilemma

The College Football Playoff's final spot will likely come down to Alabama or SMU. Let's take a look at each team's schedules, biggest wins and losses, and overall cases for them to earn bids.

Morgan Moriarty

Alabama's playoff fate could rest on outcome of ACC championship game

The final at-large bid could come down to Alabama at 9-3 and SMU at 11-2.

Bill Bender

When is Alabama's next game?

The Sporting News has everything you need to know in order to watch Alabama's next game.

Jordan Greer

Looking back at the preseason AP Top 25 Poll: Besides overrating Alabama, how did the voters do?

Besides overrating Alabama, how did AP Top 25 Poll voters do now that the 2024 season has come and gone?

Payton Shanks

Big 12 podcaster has impassioned meltdown over SEC getting its way with Alabama in the College Football Playoff

A Big 12 podcaster from the “Locked On Podcast Network” had a half-court heave style opinion potentially exposing the SEC for bias and corruption. Alabama is likely one of the last teams to earn its way into the CFP field.

Zain Bando

Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer's honest appeal to College Football Playoff committee works like a charm as Crimson Tide secures a playoff spot

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer did the right amount of lobbying to get his Crimson Tide into a position to make the College Football Playoff.

Pankti Parmar

Fans, analysts in an uproar after three-loss SEC team given bid into the College Football Playoff

This season has not been up to the regular standards for the fans of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team. Regardless, they've somehow snuck their way into the playoff, and no one is happy.

Brooks Crew

Alabama vs. Miami, Ohio State vs. Tennessee and more CFP rankings debates

The College Football Playoff committee unveiled its latest rankings before Championship Weekend and tipped its hand for what we will likely see on Selection Sunday.

Bill Bender

Miami AD livid that Alabama is likely in the College Football Playoff because of wins over Auburn, Mercer, even with loss to Oklahoma

Miami's AD let loose on Alabama after the College Football Playoff Selection Committee snubbed the Hurricanes for the Crimson Tide in their post-Week 14 rankings.

Andrew Hughes

Where Crimson Tide land in latest CFP rankings after Iron Bowl win

Here is the latest on the Tide's chances after a strong Iron Bowl win over Auburn in rivalry week.

Sarah Effress

Who ya got? Alabama-Miami debate will be central in CFP rankings reveal

Alabama and Miami appear to be vying for the final at-large bid of the 12-team College Football Playoff. Sporting News breaks down the arguments for both teams.

Bill Bender

College Football Playoff: Does Alabama, South Carolina, or Ole Miss deserve final at-large bid from the SEC?

Who in the SEC should make the 12-team College Football Playoff that's not already in? Three teams are battling for a spot.

Coleman Bonds

Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer divulges what he wants in the perfect QB recruit at Alabama

Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer described the perfect QB to run his and Nick Sheridan's offensive system at Alabama. Will DeBoer bring such a recruit to Tuscaloosa?

Pankti Parmar

College football analyst strongly advises Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer to focus on two key positions in recruiting for Crimson Tide

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has been advised to dedicate a heavy focus on two specific positions in the Crimson Tide's 2025 recruiting class.

Pankti Parmar

College Football Playoff projection: Alabama is back in, Miami falls out

The final spot in the first 12-team bracket could come down to 9-3 Alabama vs. 10-2 Miami.

Bill Bender

Twitter loves Iron Bowl brawl during Alabama's win over Auburn during college football’s rivalry week

Social media has had a field day with the Iron Bowl, especially the fights and officiating. Alabama dominated Auburn, though, as has become a custom when the matchup takes place in Tuscaloosa.

Brooks Crew

How a win over Auburn could help Alabama make the CFP

The Crimson Tide are getting closer to a CFP bid despite three losses this season.

Daniel Mader

Alabama football's serious issues in Iron Bowl result in significant criticism of Kalen DeBoer's coaching abilities

Kalen DeBoer needed to get it together in the second half of the Iron Bowl with Alabama football fans going after him following the Crimson Tide's underwhelming first half.

Brooks Crew

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer under serious fire amidst disappointing season

Kalen DeBoer's first season has not been up to the Saban standard, as Alabama football will likely miss the College Football Playoff. Unsurprisingly, many Tide fans have begun calling for his head.

Brooks Crew

How to listen to Alabama vs. Auburn on the radio

Here is everything that you need to know in order to listen to Alabama vs. Auburn on the radio.

Chirag Radhyan

What channel is Alabama vs. Auburn on today?

The Sporting News has everything you need to know about Alabama vs. Auburn, including TV and streaming information for the game.

Ashlee Woods

Explaining where Alabama falls in latest CFP rankings

Here is the latest on the Tide's chances after a devastating loss to Oklahoma.

Sarah Effress

SEC Rivalry Week: Egg Bowl, Iron Bowl, Texas-A&M highlight Week 14 slate

SEC Rivalry Week features some of the most storied rivalries in college football. The results will have a massive impact on the College Football Playoff rankings.

Coleman Bonds

UNC firing Mack Brown has national reporter recognizing what separated Nick Saban’s time at Alabama

UNC firing Mack Brown has some realizing how special Nick Saban's retirement as Alabama's head football coach was.

Andrew Hughes

Kalen DeBoer dishes out his approach to uphold Nick Saban's Crimson Tide legacy in the Iron Bowl

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer explained how he'll uphold Nick Saban's "Bama Standard" in the Iron Bowl rivalry against Auburn.

Pankti Parmar

Several Alabama assistants on the hot seat after Crimson Tide’s one-sided loss to Oklahoma

Alabama's football coaching staff could see major changes in the offseason.

Zain Bando

Kalen DeBoer’s failure to keep key Washington assistant said to have led to Alabama’s offensive woes

Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer swung and missed on a key hire during Alabama's coaching transition earlier this year.

Andrew Hughes

DeBoer poised to live up to Saban's 2022 Iron Bowl standard after Alabama's upset loss to Oklahoma

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer has to prove himself in the Iron Bowl after the Crimson Tide's blowout loss to Oklahoma on November 23.

Pankti Parmar

Explaining Alabama's CFP chances after losing to Oklahoma

Here is the latest on the Tide's chances after a devastating loss to Oklahoma.

Gilbert McGregor

Opinions split on Kalen DeBoer’s future in Tuscaloosa after Crimson Tide get blown out by Oklahoma

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer is not the most popular man right now after the Crimson Tide got blown out by Oklahoma in Week 13.

Andrew Hughes

Updated 2024 SEC tiebreakers for Georgia, Tennessee and more

There are eight teams still fighting for a spot in the SEC championship game in Atlanta with three weeks to play.

Bill Bender

Where to listen to Oklahoma vs. Alabama today

Here's how to tune in to the radio broadcast of Oklahoma Sooners vs. Alabama Crimson Tide.

Ishika Dadhwal

What channel is Oklahoma vs. Alabama on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Oklahoma vs. Alabama, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Chirag Radhyan

$3.1 million QB could start ahead of 2025 Alabama commit Keelon Russell for one season before leaving for the NFL

2025 Alabama QB commit Keelon Russell may not start for the Crimson Tide in his first college football season.

Andrew Hughes

Stephen A. reveals how Deion chose Colorado over Alabama, Texas A&M, LSU, Florida, Florida State

Stephen A. Smith spilled the beans on Deion Sanders' coaching options before settling on Colorado.

Pankti Parmar

Kalen DeBoer previews Oklahoma game, reveals Crimson Tide's plan to assert their dominance

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer addressed the Crimson Tide's Week 13 game against Oklahoma.

Pankti Parmar

How much are tickets for Alabama vs. Auburn in the Iron Bowl?

Alabama hosts Auburn in the 2024 Iron Bowl. Here's everything to know about ticket prices for the SEC rivalry football game in Tuscaloosa.

Emily Dozier

Alabama co-offensive coordinator references Nick Saban’s infamous phrase in rant aimed at media

Alabama's co-offensive coordinator raged at the media and used Nick Saban's infamous phrase to address them.

Andrew Hughes

Kalen DeBoer unveils his no-nonsense philosophy for Crimson Tide to avoid 'SEC Playoff' distractions

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer revealed how he's avoiding a specific brand of rat poison.

Pankti Parmar

College Football Playoff bracket: Sorting out the bubble by Big Ten, SEC brands

After three sets of rankings, the Big Ten and SEC have three at-large bids apiece. Will that hold?

Bill Bender

Kane Wommack unveils Kalen DeBoer's 'superpower' that got Crimson Tide into CFP conversation

Alabama DC Kane Wommack addressed how Kalen DeBoer got the Crimson Tide into relevant College Football Playoff conversations.

Pankti Parmar

$606K NIL-valuated Alabama star shares Crimson Tide’s stance on risks of playing in SEC Championship Game relating to CFP chances

One of Alabama's projected NFL first-round picks shared how the Crimson Tide view playing in the SEC Championship game; even if massive College Football Playoff risks come with it.

Andrew Hughes

College Football Playoff projections: Georgia moves in, Tennessee moves out

It wouldn't be a College Football Playoff race without controversy.

Bill Bender

Kalen DeBoer addresses embarrassing first-time feat for his Crimson Tide this season

Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer addressed Alabama's first-time feat this season during their blowout win over Mercer.

Andrew Hughes

Nick Saban subtly flexes his recruiting ingenuity, reveals his secret to make Alabama a hotspot

Nick Saban revealed his secrets on the Pat McAfee Show.

Pankti Parmar

What channel is Alabama vs. Mercer on today?

The Sporting News has everything you need to know about Alabama vs. Mercer.

Ashlee Woods

Alabama vs. Oklahoma tickets, prices and more for SEC football game

Oklahoma hosts Alabama for its final home game of the season. Here's everything to know to get tickets to the SEC game in Norman.

Emily Dozier

Analyst cleverly slants Alabama, Ole Miss in defense of Indiana, BYU, Miami, Notre Dame amidst CFP Rankings

One analyst had jokes for another who was going out on a limb defending Alabama and Ole Miss.

Andrew Hughes

SEC chaos has Georgia is OUT, and Bama and Ole Miss in

The reigning national champs are suddenly on the outside looking in after being bumped by Boise State.

Bill Bender

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe opens up on his transition from Nick Saban to Kalen DeBoer, points out the best in both

Alabama QB Jalen Milroe was candid about the two Crimson Tide head football coaches he had during his college career.

Pankti Parmar

Insider favors Alabama to land Michigan's most coveted DB commit

One insider sees Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer luring Michigan's most coveted DB commit to Alabama.

Pankti Parmar

Kalen DeBoer, Kane Wommack unveil Alabama's fine print for Mercer matchup in Week 12

Kalen DeBoer and Kane Wommack addressed Alabama's Week 12 matchup with Mercer.

Pankti Parmar

Analyst points out how DeBoer is winning by walking on Saban's philosophy

Crimson Tide head football coach Kalen DeBoer is winning at Alabama, and it reminds one analyst of Nick Saban's advice for him.

Pankti Parmar

One of Kalen DeBoer’s Crimson Tide assistants can leave Alabama for Kent State

Kalen DeBoer may be losing members of his Alabama coaching staff to Nick Saban's alma mater this offseason.

Andrew Hughes

DeBoer broke a 34-year old streak that even Saban couldn't with Crimson Tide's win over LSU in Week 11

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer did something Nick Saban couldn't with the Crimson Tide.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama blows out LSU, shakes up SEC tight race

Seven SEC teams have two or fewer losses after Week 11, setting up for a wild race not only for the SEC championship game but also the College Football Playoff.

Bill Bender

Projecting the College Football Playoff: Georgia is out, Ole Miss is in

Georgia becomes the first team out after a 28-10 loss sends it tumbling to fourth place in the SEC.

Bill Bender

Kirk Herbstreit blasts LSU fans who threw trash on field

Tigers fans were the latest to express their disapproval in a call.

Daniel Chavkin

When is Ryan Williams eligible for NFL Draft?

Ryan Williams has dazzled in his first season at Alabama. When will freshman phenom be eligible to enter the NFL Draft?

Bryan Murphy

Why LSU's Mike VII live tiger mascot was replaced for Alabama game

LSU will have a live tiger mascot on site for its big-time matchup against Alabama, but it won't be their usual mascot, Mike VII.

Daniel Mader

Where is 'College GameDay' this week?

Here's a complete guide to ESPN's "College GameDay" location for Week 11, including the guest picker, how to watch, and more.

Morgan Moriarty

Where can I watch LSU vs. Alabama today?

Here is everything you need to know about LSU vs. Alabama, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Ashlee Woods

Nick Saban flexes on Tigers during speech on campus ahead of LSU-Alabama

Nick Saban went to LSU's campus and flexed on the Tigers ahead of the Alabama game.

Andrew Hughes

Brian Kelly puts his faith in Kalen DeBoer to continue the Alabama-LSU rivalry as Nick Saban's successor

Brian Kelly believes in what Kalen DeBoer could do for Alabama.

Pankti Parmar

FOX Sports points out the clear edge Kalen DeBoer has over Brian Kelly

Kalen DeBoer has an edge over Brian Kelly according to FOX Sports.

Pankti Parmar

DeBoer's Crimson Tide gets slapped with scathing Saban-esque criticism ahead of LSU game

Kalen DeBoer's Crimson Tide was hit with rat poison ahead of the LSU game in Week 11.

Pankti Parmar

DeBoer makes strong statement on all-time great Crimson Tide HC being around his Alabama program

Kalen DeBoer addressed the elephant in the room.

Andrew Hughes

College Football Playoff bubble watch: ND, Alabama in; SMU Texas A&M out

Why are Alabama and Notre Dame in? Who are the four teams that could burst that bubble over the coming weeks? Sporting News looks at the bubble.

Bill Bender

Finebaum challenges Kalen DeBoer with Alabama's College Football Playoff fate at stake vs. LSU

Paul Finebaum challenged Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer ahead of the Crimson Tide's crucial clash with LSU in Week 11.

Pankti Parmar

DeBoer dishes out Alabama's game plan for Crimson Tide's must-win game vs. LSU

Kalen DeBoer opened up on Alabama's must-win strategy to defeat LSU in Baton Rouge.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama's path to the playoff: What the Tide need to do to reach CFP in 2024

Alabama is looking for its ninth playoff appearance in 11 years.

Bill Bender

DeBoer shares strong defense of his Crimson Tide’s urgency

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer felt the need to defend his Crimson Tide players against some prevailing narratives.

Andrew Hughes

'Loser leaves town': Paul Finebaum claims loser of LSU-Alabama game will be out of CFP Contention

Paul Finebaum made a bold claim about the Alabama-LSU game in Week 11.

Kendall Hilton

When is Alabama's next game?

The Sporting News has everything you need to know in order to watch Alabama's next game.

Ashlee Woods

Analyst explains three strikes against Kalen DeBoer after Crimson Tide’s 6-2 start

One analyst recognized three strikes against Kalen DeBoer's record as Alabama's head coach.

Andrew Hughes

Finebaum got dressing-down for grim comments on Kalen DeBoer

Paul Finebaum's comments on Kalen DeBoer weren't unanimously well-received.

Pankti Parmar

Brian Branch reveals long-kept bombshell secret about Nick Saban’s Crimson Tide career

Brian Branch had a lot to share about Nick Saban on the “St. Brown Podcast."

Andrew Hughes

Bryce Young receives career-defining news

Bryce Young hasn't gotten news this good since being selected No. 1 overall in the NFL draft.

Ben Grunert

Finebaum sends ominous message on DeBoer’s Crimson Tide coaching tenure during college football podcast

Paul Finebaum cast a massive shadow of doubt on Kalen DeBoer's Alabama coaching tenure ahead of a critical clash for the Crimson Tide against LSU in Week 11.

Andrew Hughes

DeBoer defends his Alabama players against all-time Crimson Tide HC's accusations

Kalen DeBoer spoke highly of his Crimson Tide players after being called out by an all-time Alabama coaching legend.

Andrew Hughes

Stephen A. Smith calls out three schools for passing on rising star head coach

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith offered strong thoughts on how he thinks the college football power structure should look.

Zain Bando

DeBoer admits defeat on Neyland Stadium's crowd noise, divulges how Alabama will manage at LSU's Tiger Stadium

Kalen DeBoer spoke on how Alabama will contend with Tiger Stadium after the Tide's Neyland Stadium experience at Tennessee.

Pankti Parmar

Texas insider reveals how DeBoer is not getting 'even the slightest respect' using Saban's style

One Texas insider doesn't think Kalen DeBoer is being a very good Nick Saban clone.

Pankti Parmar

Saban’s retirement indirectly working against teams in the Big Ten, Big 12, but working directly against Alabama

Nick Saban's retirement has a complicated legacy.

Andrew Hughes

DeBoer highlights one quality that brought out the best in his Alabama players in Week 9

Kalen DeBoer highlighted how the "Bama Standard" was raised in the Crimson Tide's win over Mizzou.

Pankti Parmar

DeBoer sends a strong-but-subtle warning to LSU

Kalen DeBoer warned LSU ahead of the Tigers' Week 10 matchup with Alabama.

Pankti Parmar

Analyst points out Alabama’s Achilles heel that could derail Crimson Tide’s CFP hopes

Alabama has a weak spot that could cause the Crimson Tide to slip out of College Football Playoff consideration.

Andrew Hughes

Saban calls out DeBoer’s Crimson Tide players for not upholding the ‘Bama Standard’ on College GameDay

Nick Saban is sick of seeing Alabama players fail to meet the "Bama Standard."

Andrew Hughes

DeBoer shares strong thoughts on his coaching staff during ‘Marty & McGee’ appearance

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer made interesting points about the importance of a good coaching staff.

Andrew Hughes

Belichick deems Jalen Milroe a 'weapon' amid brutal backlash

Jalen Milroe has had it rough this season for Alabama, but one of Nick Saban's coaching pals is backing up the Crimson Tide QB.

Pankti Parmar

DeBoer sends strong message to Alabama fans about Crimson Tide's CFP hopes

Kalen DeBoer tried to rally the troops on Alabama's College Football Playoff hopes with Crimson Tide fans.

Pankti Parmar

ESPN analyst with Alabama ties fiercely defends DeBoer

Kalen DeBoer has an ardent supporter over at ESPN who happens to be an Alabama alum.

Andrew Hughes

Expert defends DeBoer and puts the 'discipline problem' blame on Saban

See if the issues that DeBoer is facing today existed under Nick Saban as well.

Pankti Parmar

Alabama's DeBoer honored with a continued Saban tradition as birthday surprise

Find out exactly what happened for DeBoer's birthday as well as on the Hey Coach radio show.

Pankti Parmar

Did Ryan Williams color his nails orange to support Tennessee?

Ryan Williams wore orange fingernails after Tennessee upset Alabama this past weekend.

Andrew Hughes

Saban-era Alabama QB rips current Crimson Tide roster under DeBoer

Kalen DeBoer's Crimson Tide are under fire from one ex-Alabama QB.

Andrew Hughes

DeBoer’s Alabama Crimson Tide not considered to be ‘tanking’ like Auburn is

Kalen DeBoer isn't able to "tank" at Alabama like Hugh Freeze is at Auburn.

Andrew Hughes

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