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Alabama basketball overcomes season-high turnover total to defeat Rhode Island

Alabama basketball overcomes season-high turnover total to defeat Rhode Island

Matthew Speakman December 6, 2017

 It wasn’t pretty, but it got the job done. Alabama basketball certainly didn’t put on performance that would turn heads anyone by any means, but still walked away with a 68-64 win. Alabama had a...

Minkah Fitzpatrick, Calvin Ridley among 11 Alabama players on AP All-SEC teams

Minkah Fitzpatrick, Calvin Ridley among 11 Alabama players on AP All-SEC teams

Matthew Speakman December 4, 2017

Alabama had a league-leading 11 players named to the Associated Press All-SEC teams on Monday. The No. 4-ranked Crimson Tide had eight elections for the first team, and three for the second team. Wide...

Alabama edges out Ohio State for fourth spot in College Football Playoff

Alabama edges out Ohio State for fourth spot in College Football Playoff

Matthew Speakman December 4, 2017

On championship Saturday, Alabama was left waiting and watching. The team didn’t qualify for its conference championship, despite only losing one game all season. The rest of Alabama’s season was out...

Alabama names permanent team captains, votes Minkah Fitzpatrick team MVP

Alabama names permanent team captains, votes Minkah Fitzpatrick team MVP

Matthew Speakman December 3, 2017

Alabama had its annual team awards banquet on Sunday at the Birmingham Sheraton.  Defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick was named the team's MVP, which was voted on by the players. He had 52 tackles, one...

Alabama basketball unable to overcome sluggish second half against UCF

Alabama basketball unable to overcome sluggish second half against UCF

Matthew Speakman December 3, 2017

A completely out-of-sync Alabama had its worst offensive half of the season in second half of its 65-62 loss to UCF. The Crimson Tide only scored 26 points and blew a six-point halftime lead in the final...

Alabama will face Clemson in College Football Playoff

Alabama will face Clemson in College Football Playoff

Matthew Speakman December 3, 2017

After a week of speculation, Alabama was selected for its fourth-straight College Football Playoff. The Crimson Tide comes in at No. 4, and will face Clemson in the Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1.  The selection...

Alabama must sit and wait as playoff chances hang in the balance

Alabama must sit and wait as playoff chances hang in the balance

Matthew Speakman November 30, 2017

There is less than a week until the College Football Playoff field will be settled, and for the first time, Alabama does not control its own destiny. After a loss to now No. 2 Auburn, the Crimson Tide...

Dazon Ingram, Collin Sexton power Alabama to another close win

Dazon Ingram, Collin Sexton power Alabama to another close win

Matthew Speakman November 29, 2017

Guards Collin Sexton and Dazon Ingram combined for 44 points, and Alabama needed every single one of them. The Crimson Tide squeaked out a win over Louisiana Tech, 77-74. Ingram tied his career high at...

Jarrett Stidham dominates Alabama in Iron Bowl

Jarrett Stidham dominates Alabama in Iron Bowl

Cody Estremera November 25, 2017

   Alabama had flirted with a loss just two weeks ago at Mississippi State. The Crimson Tide was able to rally in the fourth quarter to seal the win. It fell short in its 26-14 loss to Auburn on Saturday....

Alabama offense unable to sustain drives in loss to Auburn

Alabama offense unable to sustain drives in loss to Auburn

Matthew Speakman November 25, 2017

It was a flurry of miscommunication and mistakes sandwiched between multiple failed third-down conversions. Alabama’s offense played an uncharacteristic game in its 26-14 loss to Auburn in Jordan-Hare...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Plainsman's Will Sahlie talks high-stakes Iron Bowl

Behind Enemy Lines: The Plainsman’s Will Sahlie talks high-stakes Iron Bowl

Matthew Speakman November 23, 2017

This biggest rivalry in college football will have a huge impact on the landscape of college football. No. 1 Alabama and No. 6 Auburn will battle for the SEC west title, and a chance to go to Atlanta to...

Alabama rallies behind Collin Sexton in thriller with UT-Arlington

Alabama rallies behind Collin Sexton in thriller with UT-Arlington

Matthew Speakman November 22, 2017

In what felt like a late-season game, Alabama rallied for a 77-76 win over UT-Arlington. The Crimson Tide used defensive intensity and a dominating performance from freshman guard Collin Sexton to flip...

Alabama basketball ranked No. 25 in latest AP Poll

Alabama basketball ranked No. 25 in latest AP Poll

Matthew Speakman November 20, 2017

Alabama basketball (3-0) moved into the top 25 of the AP poll following an undefeated start to the season. Alabama comes in at No. 25. The Crimson Tide recently defeated Alabama A&M, 104-67, behind a combined...

JC Hassenauer named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week

JC Hassenauer named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week

Matthew Speakman November 20, 2017

Alabama's JC Hassenauer was named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week after his performance in the Crimson Tide's 56-0 win over Mercer. Hassenauer played 45 snaps and graded out at 91 percent. It is the...

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus Mercer

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus Mercer

Cody Estremera November 20, 2017

Alabama's senior class ended its Bryant-Denny career with a 56-0 beatdown of Mercer. The senior class tied the NCAA football record for wins by a class, set by the 2016 Alabama seniors, with 51 wins. ...

Dylan Moses shines in Alabama's shutout win over Mercer

Dylan Moses shines in Alabama’s shutout win over Mercer

Cody Estremera November 18, 2017

Alabama’s linebacker core was beat up to say the least coming into its game against Mercer. With four linebackers out, the Crimson Tide shifted true freshman linebacker Dylan Moses from the outside to...

Alabama offense makes quick work of Mercer in big win

Alabama offense makes quick work of Mercer in big win

Matthew Speakman November 18, 2017

Alabama’s offense made light work of Mercer in a 56-0 win. The Crimson Tide scored touchdowns on its first five possessions. Leading the way was quarterback Jalen Hurts and wide receiver Calvin Ridley....

Career night for John Petty propels Alabama over Alabama A&M

Career night for John Petty propels Alabama over Alabama A&M

Cody Estremera November 18, 2017

After Alabama’s win over Lipscomb, freshman John Petty said he needed to be more aggressive with his shot. He delivered in Alabama’s 104-67 win over Alabama A&M. Petty hit 10 shots, all of which were...

Raekwon Davis has become Alabama's 'ferocious' defensive end

Raekwon Davis has become Alabama’s ‘ferocious’ defensive end

Matthew Speakman November 16, 2017

Even in a crowd of giants, Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis would stand out. Sure, Alabama has had a lot of physical freaks over the years, but purely in stature, Davis is second to none. Standing...

Senior class breaks down their favorite Nick Saban moments

Senior class breaks down their favorite Nick Saban moments

Matthew Speakman November 16, 2017

Alabama head coach Nick Saban is seen as the most influential figure in college football. His influence stretches beyond just Alabama. Many programs in the SEC try, and usually fail, to play keep-up with...

Senior class ready to get recognized during final home game

Senior class ready to get recognized during final home game

Matthew Speakman November 16, 2017

Every year, Alabama reloads and rebuilds. The team is designed to have no drop-off from year to year. It has maintained a level of dominance that has been unparalleled in college football. Lost in all...

Keith Holcombe fills in at linebacker

Keith Holcombe fills in at linebacker

Cody Estremera November 16, 2017

In Alabama’s opener against Florida State, will linebacker Rashaan Evans went down with a groin injury. Alabama turned to Keith Holcombe, and he delivered.  After Evans’ injury Holcombe came up with...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Mercer Cluster's Hayes Rule talks Alabama

Behind Enemy Lines: The Mercer Cluster’s Hayes Rule talks Alabama

Matthew Speakman November 16, 2017

Alabama is coming off of a dramatic win against Mississippi State. On the horizon is a winner-take-all Iron Bowl. Before that happens, Alabama has to play Mercer. Earlier in the year, Mercer faced off...

Alabama wins home opener behind solid debut from Collin Sexton

Alabama wins home opener behind solid debut from Collin Sexton

Matthew Speakman November 14, 2017

It was a highly anticipated home debut, and Alabama delivered. The Crimson Tide took down Lipscomb, 86-64, in a game that featured a myriad of highlight reel plays from a reinvented squad. Leading the...

Collin Sexton will make Alabama debut in home opener against Lipscomb

Collin Sexton will make Alabama debut in home opener against Lipscomb

Matthew Speakman November 14, 2017

It’s here. One of Alabama’s most anticipated players will make his debut for Alabama basketball. Five-star freshman Collin Sexton will finally get the chance to play a game in an Alabama uniform against...

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama overcomes scare from Mississippi State

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama overcomes scare from Mississippi State

Matthew Speakman November 13, 2017

For the first time all year, an Alabama victory was in doubt. The Crimson Tide trailed Mississippi State in the fourth quarter before scoring 14 unanswered points to take the lead. Alabama remained undefeated,...

Alabama defense makes crucial stops in close win over Mississippi State

Alabama defense makes crucial stops in close win over Mississippi State

Matthew Speakman November 12, 2017

One stop. That was the defining moment for Alabama’s defense.  After kicker Andy Pappanastos’ kick hit the upright with just over two minutes left, Mississippi State took over with a chance to take...

Alabama's offense made the plays when it mattered most

Alabama’s offense made the plays when it mattered most

Cody Estremera November 12, 2017

After trailing for most of the game Alabama had a chance to take the lead late in the fourth quarter. Alabama started with the ball on its own 33-yard line with 1:09 left, tied at 24.  After scrambling...

Games of the week: Alabama takes on Mississippi State in Starkville

Games of the week: Alabama takes on Mississippi State in Starkville

Matthew Speakman November 9, 2017

This week features two marquee SEC games that always fall on the same week. Here are the four best games of the week, and the factors that will determine their outcomes: Alabama vs. Mississippi State Alabama...

Behind Enemy Lines: Taylor Rayburn talks top-20 showdown with Alabama

Behind Enemy Lines: Taylor Rayburn talks top-20 showdown with Alabama

Matthew Speakman November 9, 2017

Another week, another ranked opponent for Alabama. The Crimson Tide did not face one until last week, but it is in the middle of the toughest month of the team's schedule. This week, Alabama gets No. 16...

Alabama looks for leadership on defense after Shaun Dion Hamilton injury

Alabama looks for leadership on defense after Shaun Dion Hamilton injury

Cody Estremera November 9, 2017

For what felt like the 10th time of the night, Bryant Denny Stadium was silent as another Alabama player was on the turf in pain. This time it was Shaun Dion Hamilton.  Hamilton knew the problem immediately,...

Avery Johnson says three injured players will miss opener against Memphis

Avery Johnson says three injured players will miss opener against Memphis

Matthew Speakman November 8, 2017

Alabama will open up its regular season with Memphis on Friday, and the Crimson Tide will be without three injured players. Forwards Braxton Key (knee) and Riley Norris (hip), as well as guard Ar’Mond...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues Mississippi State preparation

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues Mississippi State preparation

Cody Estremera November 7, 2017

Alabama continued its prep work for Mississippi State on Tuesday. Notes: Cornerback Minkah Fitzpatrick continued to be a full participant at practice after injuring his hamstring on Saturday. He wasn't...

Jalen Hurts named semifinalist for Davey O'Brien Award

Jalen Hurts named semifinalist for Davey O’Brien Award

Matthew Speakman November 7, 2017

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts has been announced as a semifinalist for the Davey O'Brien award, given to the nation's top quarterback. Hurts is one of 16 semifinalists. Other notable names include Louisville's...

Trio of Alabama newcomers shine as key players sit out in exhibition win over UAH

Trio of Alabama newcomers shine as key players sit out in exhibition win over UAH

Matthew Speakman November 6, 2017

Alabama played its lone exhibition game on Monday against UAH, and there was some noticeable absences. Most notably, five-star freshman guard Collin Sexton sat out as Alabama waits for the NCAA to reinstate...

Alabama sits Collin Sexton as team waits for NCAA to reinstate eligibility

Alabama sits Collin Sexton as team waits for NCAA to reinstate eligibility

Matthew Speakman November 6, 2017

Alabama basketball guard Collin Sexton will sit out in tonight's exhibition game against UAH. According to a state by athletic director Greg Byrne, the team is waiting for the NCAA to reinstate Sexton's...

Nick Saban gives injury updates on Minkah Fitzpatrick, Mack Wilson

Nick Saban gives injury updates on Minkah Fitzpatrick, Mack Wilson

Matthew Speakman November 6, 2017

Alabama sustained a lot of injuries in what Nick Saban called a "costly win" against LSU on Saturday. Saban gave injury updates on two of those players in his noon press conference on Monday.  Fitzpatrick...

Ronnie Harrison named SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week

Ronnie Harrison named SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week

Matthew Speakman November 6, 2017

Ronnie Harrison was named SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week after Alabama's defense only gave up 10 points against LSU. The selection is the first of Harrison's three-year career at Alabama. Harrison...

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus LSU

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus LSU

Cody Estremera November 6, 2017

Since the "Game of the Century" back in 2011, Alabama has dominated the season series against LSU. Alabama continued its winning streak against the Tigers on Saturday with its 24-10 win. Player of the...

Alabama basketball prepares for first exhibition against UAH

Alabama basketball prepares for first exhibition against UAH

Matthew Speakman November 6, 2017

Alabama basketball’s talented freshman class will get the opportunity to play in a live game for the first time in front of the home crowd against UAH on Monday. Collin Sexton, John Petty, Herb Jones,...

Alabama's defense overcomes injuries to defeat LSU

Alabama’s defense overcomes injuries to defeat LSU

Cody Estremera November 5, 2017

Ever since playing Florida State, Alabama has been beat up, especially on defense. It lost linebackers Christian Miller and Terrell Hall for the season, while Rashaan Evans and Anfernee Jennings missed...

Jalen Hurts steps up in crucial situations in win over LSU

Jalen Hurts steps up in crucial situations in win over LSU

Matthew Speakman November 4, 2017

When No. 2 Alabama needed him, Jalen Hurts stepped up.  For the second-straight year, Hurts made crucial plays against No. 19 LSU. The sophomore quarterback scored two touchdowns in the 24-10 victory...

Avery Johnson gives eligibility, injury updates ahead of exhibition game

Avery Johnson gives eligibility, injury updates ahead of exhibition game

Matthew Speakman November 2, 2017

The question of eligibility of Alabama’s basketball roster was once again posed today as head coach Avery Johnson met with the media. College basketball programs connected with recent FBI investigations...

Alabama looking for answers for problematic punt returns

Alabama looking for answers for problematic punt returns

Cody Estremera November 2, 2017

Punt returns became a problem for Alabama starting in its 41-9 win over Arkansas. Alabama built up a 21-0 lead over the Razorbacks in the first quarter before punt problems started.  After a 22-yard drive,...

Alabama falls one spot in the first CFB Rankings

Alabama falls one spot in the first CFB Rankings

Cody Estremera November 2, 2017

For the first time this season, Alabama isn’t the No. 1 team in the country. The College Football rankings came out on Tuesday, for the first time this season, when the 13-person committee ranked Georgia...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Daily Reveille's Hannah Martin talks Alabama vs. LSU

Behind Enemy Lines: The Daily Reveille’s Hannah Martin talks Alabama vs. LSU

Matthew Speakman November 2, 2017

Alabama and LSU will meet at primetime on CBS for yet another year. As expected, both teams are ranked and have key wins this season. Ed Orgeron and LSU started slow out of the gate, but have since won...

Games of the week: Alabama hosts LSU

Games of the week: Alabama hosts LSU

Matthew Speakman November 2, 2017

LSU vs. Alabama This has been the most prominent game on both team’s schedules ever since Nick Saban turned the rivalry upside-down in 2007. Both teams have consistently been at the top of college football...

Alabama rivalry with LSU continues to be at the center of college football

Alabama rivalry with LSU continues to be at the center of college football

Matthew Speakman November 2, 2017

On the first weekend of November, two college football powerhouses collide. It wasn’t always that way, however. Sure, Alabama and LSU have been big rivals for both program’s existence, but one thing...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues to prepare for LSU

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues to prepare for LSU

Cody Estremera October 31, 2017

Alabama football continued its LSU preparation on Tuesday. The Crimson Tide, coming off a bye week, brought back a couple of key members. Notes: Da'Shawn Hand was back at practice after a knee injury kept...

PRACTICE REPORT: Da'Shawn Hand returns to practice

PRACTICE REPORT: Da’Shawn Hand returns to practice

Cody Estremera October 24, 2017

With its bye week coming up, Alabama held its first media viewing session on Tuesday. The biggest news was Da'Shawn Hand was at practice for the first time since the Ole Miss game. Notes: Hand was at practice...

Light them up: Alabama’s offense terrorizes the Volunteers in the second half

Cody Estremera October 21, 2017

Light them up. Not just the cigars, but the Tennessee defense.  Alabama was a terror in the second half of its 45-7 win over Tennessee, accounting for 352 yards outgaining its first half total by over...

Pressure is key in Alabama defense's dominating performance against Tennessee

Pressure is key in Alabama defense’s dominating performance against Tennessee

Matthew Speakman October 21, 2017

It may not have had an impact on the outcome of the game, but it meant everything to Alabama's defense. Tennessee was inside Alabama’s 10 yard line in the fourth quarter. The Crimson Tide defense wanted...

Games of the week: Alabama and Tennessee meet for the 100th time in history

Games of the week: Alabama and Tennessee meet for the 100th time in history

Matthew Speakman October 19, 2017

This week, there are multiple matchups across the country that will impact the college football playoff. I broke down the four best ones, and gave the rundown on the storylines that will be involved in...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Daily Beacon's Tyler Wombles talks Third Saturday in October

Behind Enemy Lines: The Daily Beacon’s Tyler Wombles talks Third Saturday in October

Matthew Speakman October 19, 2017

Alabama and Tennessee will meet for the 100th time, with Alabama leading the series 54-38-7. The Crimson Tide has dominated the series as of late, winning every matchup since 2006. This season, Alabama...

Josh Jacobs is back and making an impact

Josh Jacobs is back and making an impact

Cody Estremera October 19, 2017

Alabama’s running game has been one of the best in the SEC for the last couple of years. Nothing has changed this year as the Crimson Tide is the No. 1 rushing team in the SEC and the No. 3 rushing attack...

Going up in smoke: Victory cigar tradition makes Alabama vs. Tennessee rivalry special

Going up in smoke: Victory cigar tradition makes Alabama vs. Tennessee rivalry special

Matthew Speakman October 19, 2017

Former Alabama fullback Baron Huber remembers the first time he puffed on a victory cigar following an Alabama-Tennessee game. His was special. It wasn’t in the locker room of Bryant-Denny Stadium like...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues Tennessee preparation

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues Tennessee preparation

Cody Estremera October 17, 2017

Alabama has never lost to Tennessee since head coach Nick Saban took over the program. The Crimson Tide looks to tie its longest winning streak over the Volunteers on Saturday. Here is what happened on...

Jonah Williams named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week

Jonah Williams named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week

Matthew Speakman October 16, 2017

Alabama sophomore offensive lineman Jonah Williams was named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week after Alabama's 41-9 win over Arkansas. It is the second time Williams has received the award, and the third...

Alabama defense maintains pressure throughout against Arkansas

Alabama defense maintains pressure throughout against Arkansas

Cody Estremera October 14, 2017

After the Crimson Tide defeated Texas A&M, the defense felt like it needed to prove itself.   “We were very disappointed,” linebacker Rahsaan Evans said last week after the win. “To be honest,...

Explosive first play sets the tone for Alabama offense in big win over Arkansas

Explosive first play sets the tone for Alabama offense in big win over Arkansas

Matthew Speakman October 14, 2017

It only took 15 seconds for Alabama to impose its will on Arkansas.  Just one snap in, running back Damien Harris ran right, cut back and saw a lot of green grass in front of him. It was over from there....

Matt Womack shines in first starting season

Matt Womack shines in first starting season

Cody Estremera October 12, 2017

Alabama opened its season against No. 3 Florida State, and for Matt Womack it was his first career start. If that wasn't enough pressure, Alabama’s first play of the season was a run to the right, right...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Arkansas Traveler’s Connor Lane dissects the Razorbacks

Matthew Speakman October 12, 2017

Alabama has dominated Arkansas ever since Nick Saban arrived at the Capstone. Last season, the Crimson Tide took down the Razorbacks 49-31 in a game that featured five Arkansas turnovers, which resulted...

Alabama players drown out potentially "poison" media coverage

Alabama players drown out potentially “poison” media coverage

Matthew Speakman October 12, 2017

After Alabama’s 27-19 win over Texas A&M, Nick Saban – in a way that only he can pull off – was visibly upset because of his team's performance. He did not like the way Alabama finished the game....

Minkah Fitzpatrick named SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week

Minkah Fitzpatrick named SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week

Matthew Speakman October 9, 2017

Alabama defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick was named SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week after the game against Texas A&M. Fitzpatrick was instrumental in Alabama's 27-19 win, racking up five tackles, two...

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus Texas A&M

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus Texas A&M

Matthew Speakman October 9, 2017

Alabama faced its first true test of the season, winning on the road against Texas A&M, 27–19. The Crimson Tide held a 24–3 lead, but the Aggies came storming back in the second half, scoring 16 points....

Alabama's offense sputters against Texas A&M

Alabama’s offense sputters against Texas A&M

Cody Estremera October 7, 2017

Damien Harris looked like he set the tone early on for Alabama in its 27-19. One play after allowing a field goal, Harris took a hand off from Jalen Hurts, cut back to the middle of the offensive line...

Alabama defense forces key turnovers in tough road win over Texas A&M

Alabama defense forces key turnovers in tough road win over Texas A&M

Matthew Speakman October 7, 2017

Alabama’s defense was shutting down Texas A&M. Then, it wasn’t.  The Crimson Tide gave up 16 points in the second half, and allowed its first touchdown against an SEC opponent since the third quarter...

Minkah Fitzpatrick leading by example

Minkah Fitzpatrick leading by example

Cody Estremera October 5, 2017

After being named to eight preseason watch lists, all eyes were on Minkah Fitzpatrick coming into the season. Just five games in, Fitzpatrick continues to draw more attention. According to Ben Baby of...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Battalion's Alex Miller talks keys to Alabama and Texas A&M

Behind Enemy Lines: The Battalion’s Alex Miller talks keys to Alabama and Texas A&M

Matthew Speakman October 5, 2017

Alabama and Texas A&M will meet for the fifth time since the Aggies joined the SEC before the 2012 season. While the first two games were dramatic, it has been all Alabama since then. The Crimson Tide...

Ronnie Clark embodies the "ultimate great story" on Alabama

Ronnie Clark embodies the “ultimate great story” on Alabama

Matthew Speakman October 5, 2017

Alabama cruised into the endzone with 6:51 remaining in the fourth quarter to take a 63-point lead over the Ole Miss Rebels. The touchdown seemed irrelevant. Just another touchdown to show how much better...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama finalizes plan before Texas A&M

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama finalizes plan before Texas A&M

Cody Estremera October 4, 2017

Alabama finalized its plan against Texas A&M on Wednesday. The big key was hard counts. Texas A&M's atmosphere is extremely loud and is able to draw pass rushers offsides.  Practice Notes: The defensive...

Former Alabama head coach Gene Stallings reportedly suffers a heart attack

Former Alabama head coach Gene Stallings reportedly suffers a heart attack

Matthew Speakman October 2, 2017

Former Alabama head coach Gene Stallings has reportedly suffered a heart attack, according to a report from WBRC’s Rick Karle. Stallings, who coached the Crimson Tide from 1990-1996, had the serious...

Levi Wallace named SEC Defensive Player of the Week

Levi Wallace named SEC Defensive Player of the Week

Matthew Speakman October 2, 2017

Alabama cornerback Levi Wallace was named SEC Defensive Player of the Week, the league office announced on Monday. It is the first time Wallace has won the award. Wallace shined in Alabama's 66-3 victory...

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama dominates Ole Miss

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama dominates Ole Miss

Cody Estremera October 2, 2017

Alabama dominated Ole Miss 66-3 on Saturday. Here are the keys and the best performances of Alabama's victory. Player of the game: Jalen Hurts Jalen Hurts continued his dominance over SEC opponents. This...

Alabama offense continues to fire on all cylinders in win over Ole Miss

Alabama offense continues to fire on all cylinders in win over Ole Miss

Matthew Speakman October 1, 2017

It was a different week, but it was the same result for Alabama’s offense.  The Crimson Tide offense fired on all cylinders against Ole Miss. The Rebels were just another opponent in Alabama’s way...

Alabama defense shuts down Ole Miss

Alabama defense shuts down Ole Miss

Cody Estremera October 1, 2017

After starting inside its own 15-yard line on its first two drives Ole Miss finally decent field position, starting on its own 24. Ole Miss quarterback Shea Patterson, on a quick slant route, threw the...

Baseball starts fall practice

Baseball starts fall practice

Cody Estremera September 28, 2017

Alabama ended its 2017 season with a 3-3 tie with Vanderbilt. Shortly after it decided to make a head coaching change, signaling the end of Greg Goff's tenure. Goff had been with the team for one season...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Daily Mississippian's Grayson Weir talks Alabama matchup

Behind Enemy Lines: The Daily Mississippian’s Grayson Weir talks Alabama matchup

Matthew Speakman September 28, 2017

Alabama and Ole Miss will meet for the first time in Bryant-Denny Stadium since the Rebels defeated Alabama, 43-37, in 2015. Since then, there has been quite the turnover for Ole Miss. Hugh Freeze was...

Building the Ole rivalry

Building the Ole rivalry

Cody Estremera September 28, 2017

On Sept. 29, 2013, Alabama hosted Ole Miss and put on a defensive showcase, shutting out the then No.21 Rebels. That day the Crimson Tide defense held Bo Wallace and company to just 205 yards total and...

Nick Saban, Alabama players offer opinions on NFL anthem protests

Nick Saban, Alabama players offer opinions on NFL anthem protests

Matthew Speakman September 25, 2017

Alabama head coach Nick Saban insisted he is just a football coach during his press conference on Monday afternoon when asked about the current political climate overlapping with football. Saban still...

Harris, Pierschbacher take home weekly SEC awards

Harris, Pierschbacher take home weekly SEC awards

Matthew Speakman September 25, 2017

Two Alabama players took home weekly awards from the SEC. Running back Damien Harris earned SEC Offensive Player of the Week, while Ross Pierschbacher was recognized as the SEC Offensive Lineman of the...

Alabama defense smothers Vanderbilt in shutout

Alabama defense smothers Vanderbilt in shutout

Cody Estremera September 23, 2017

NASHVILLE— Dominant. That is the first word that comes to mind when thinking about Alabama’s defense in its 59-0 win over Vanderbilt. The defense was so dominant that the Commodores failed to cross...

Alabama offense runs wild in strong performance against Vanderbilt

Alabama offense runs wild in strong performance against Vanderbilt

Matthew Speakman September 23, 2017

Alabama running back Damien Harris’ eyes lit up when he saw a hole the size of a mack truck in front of him. When he made it to the second level, Harris focused on not getting caught like he did on some...

Bo Scarbrough embraces expanded role in passing game

Bo Scarbrough embraces expanded role in passing game

Matthew Speakman September 21, 2017

Whenever Bo Scarbrough ran out to catch a pass, Cam Sims was watching. If Scarbrough succeeded, great, but if he failed, he would always hear Sims say one thing. “That ain’t the Under Armour Bo,”...

Alabama faces Vanderbilt for first time since 2011

Alabama faces Vanderbilt for first time since 2011

Matthew Speakman September 21, 2017

Alabama faces a long-time SEC foe Vanderbilt on Saturday in Nashville. The Crimson Tide first met on Oct. 10, 1903, which ended in a 30-0 Commodores victory. Times have certainly changed since then, with...

Behind enemy lines: Vanderbilt Hustler's Cutler Klein talks Alabama game

Behind enemy lines: Vanderbilt Hustler’s Cutler Klein talks Alabama game

Matthew Speakman September 21, 2017

Alabama will open up its SEC schedule with a road trip to face Vanderbilt, who knocked off No. 18 Kansas State last week at home. The Crimson Tide has not traveled to Nashville to take on the Commodores...

PRACTICE REPORT: Baseball hosts first practice of the year

PRACTICE REPORT: Baseball hosts first practice of the year

Cody Estremera September 18, 2017

Alabama opened its season with a two hour practice on Monday. The practice was the first of Brad Bohanan's career as head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide. Practice Notes: Multiple players were sporting...

Grading Alabama after three weeks

Grading Alabama after three weeks

Cody Estremera September 18, 2017

Alabama defeated Colorado State 41-23 on Saturday. Some positions were more consistent than others. This is how I see Alabama three weeks into the season. Quarterback: A Jalen Hurts has been on a mission...

Offense surges Alabama past Colorado State

Offense surges Alabama past Colorado State

Cody Estremera September 16, 2017

For the second straight game Alabama started off fast. The Crimson Tide won the toss and just over two minutes later scored on a 27-yard touchdown run from Jalen Hurts to cap off a six play 75-yard drive....

Alabama defense fails to sustain strong start in win over Colorado State

Alabama defense fails to sustain strong start in win over Colorado State

Matthew Speakman September 16, 2017

Alabama’s defense came out with a strong defensive intensity to start the game against Colorado State. The unit forced three-straight three-and-outs and only allowed 11 yards in the first quarter. Everything...

Kyle Richards named Alabama hockey coach

Kyle Richards named Alabama hockey coach

Cody Estremera September 14, 2017

Kyle Richards was named the fifth head coach in Alabama hockey history on Thursday. He worked as the team's associate head coach last year.  Richards was the forwards and power play coach last year. The...

Behind enemy lines: Colorado State

Behind enemy lines: Colorado State

Matthew Speakman September 14, 2017

Alabama welcomes a familiar foe in Colorado State this weekend. It has only been four years since the Rams and Crimson Tide met on Sept. 21, 2013. Alabama walked away from that game with a 31-6 win. Since...

On an island: Anthony Averett locks down receivers at cornerback

On an island: Anthony Averett locks down receivers at cornerback

Matthew Speakman September 14, 2017

There are always stories surrounding Alabama’s football program about players who wait their turn. Recruits come in after being national stars and have to wait two or three years to get significant action....

Games of the Week: Clemson travels to take on Lamar Jackson, Louisville

Games of the Week: Clemson travels to take on Lamar Jackson, Louisville

Matthew Speakman September 14, 2017

Alabama vs. Colorado State These two teams met in 2013, and big changes have happened since then. For one, Colorado State saw Jim McElwain leave for the Florida job and replaced him with Mike Bobo. Colorado...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama holds final practice before Colorado State

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama holds final practice before Colorado State

Cody Estremera September 13, 2017

Alabama was able to practice outside for the first time this week after weather caused it to be indoors. Practice Notes:  Anfernee Jennings returned to practice. He was in a black no-contact jersey...

Alabama's top three performers against Fresno State

Alabama’s top three performers against Fresno State

Matthew Speakman September 11, 2017

Offense Jalen Hurts – 14 for 18, 128 yards, one touchdown, 10 carries, 154 rushing yards, two touchdowns Najee Harris – 13 carries, 70 yards, one reception, 10 yards Tua Tagovailoa – 6 for...

Behind the Process: Week Two

Behind the Process: Week Two

Cody Estremera September 11, 2017

Fast Facts Since coach Nick Saban took over in 2007, Alabama has won 66 consecutive games against unranked teams. Overall, the Crimson Tide is 66-3 (after four vacated wins) in unranked games in the Saban...

Next man up: defense slows Fresno State

Next man up: defense slows Fresno State

Cody Estremera September 9, 2017

After Alabama’s season opener win over Florida State, the defense's health was a question mark. Four linebackers went down with injuries, including two, Christian Miller and Terrell Lewis for the rest...

Jalen Hurts powers Alabama to big win over Fresno State

Jalen Hurts powers Alabama to big win over Fresno State

Matthew Speakman September 9, 2017

Alabama’s offense needed to bounce back in its home opener against Fresno State, and it didn't take them long to do just that. The Crimson Tide scored on the second play of the game when Jalen Hurts...

Behind enemy lines: Fresno State

Behind enemy lines: Fresno State

Matthew Speakman September 7, 2017

Coming off a 24-7 win over Florida State, the Crimson Tide opens up its home schedule with Fresno State. The Bulldogs are a foreign opponent to the Crimson Tide, this being the first match up between the...