Alabama vs. Western Ky. - August 31, 2024

Greetings from Game Day 🏟️

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All that criticism over Alabama’s transfer portal ranking was nonsense. Between Thompkins, Caleb Woodson, Terrance Green, Josh Ford and *several* others, this has turned out to be one of the better hauls in the SEC — and maybe even the country.

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Devan Thompkins playing like a 1st round pick

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'He Cares So Much About Us': The Huge Impact of Alabama OL Coach Adrian KlemmCrimson Tide offensive guard Will Sanders applauds his offensive line coach for the early improvements made since last season.

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What Is G.B.O.T.? Inside Alabama's Term for Getting Back on Track After Slow StartsTight end Marshall Pritchett broke down a piece of Alabama's terminology for second-and-long situations.

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What Devan Thompkins is Bringing to Alabama's Pass Rush The USC transfer is leading the Crimson Tide with three sacks through the first three games.

Ryan Grubb Apologizes After Calling Alabama Fans 'Boo Birds'The Crimson Tide offensive coordinator released a statement following some words he expressed during Monday's press conference.

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Bama OC Calls Out Fans 😬Ryan Grubb didn't appreciate the boos before comeback win over Florida State

Alabama Working to Make Keelon Russell's Job 'Friction-Free'A look at how Ryan Grubb and Alabama's staff are working to eliminate the small mistakes still holding back Keelon Russell and the offense.

Ryan Grubb Calls Out 'Boo Bird' Alabama Fans Before Comeback Win Over FSUThe Crimson Tide offensive coordinator didn't appreciate those who booed the Crimson Tide while trailing 21-6 late in the second quarter.

Kalen DeBoer Shares Availability Updates, Includes Freshman Not With AlabamaThe Crimson Tide head coach names a player no longer with the team, shares another who is out for the year and reveals two injured playmakers who "will be avail

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🚨 Week 4 CFB AP Top 25 Poll📈 Ole Miss in the top 5 🫣 Texas A&M drops 14 spots 📲 Tap for full standings

Keelon Russell Hits New Gear as Alabama's Offense Soars: Film BreakdownA closer look at Alabama's offensive success in its 50-36 win over Florida State

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B/R's Playoff Bracket Projections and Predictions after Week 3 🔮How the college football landscape is shaking out after a wild weekend of action 📲

How to Watch South Carolina at No. 8 Alabama FootballEverything you need to know, including TV and radio information, as the Crimson Tide hosts the Gamecocks in the SEC home opener.

Views From Alabama's Win Over FSU: Photo GalleryThe Alabama Crimson Tide entered Saturday's rematch with the Florida State Seminoles undefeated and looking for revenge after last seasons demoralizing 31-17 lo

🚨 Week 3 CFB AP Top 25 Poll

📈 Ole Miss in the top 5 🫣 Texas A&M drops 14 spots 📲 Tap for full standings

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CFP Bracket After Week 3 🏆Tap for scenarios, bowl projections, and more 📲

Where Alabama Ranks in Polls After Beating Florida StateDid the Crimson Tide move up in the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll after its 50-36 win over the Seminoles?

What We Learned from Alabama's 50-36 Win over Florida State: Tide TakeawaysFive of the biggest takeaways from the Crimson Tide's second-half surge to avenge last season's loss against the Seminoles.

Week 3 Winners & Losers 📊📡 Many teams off national radar 😈 Revenge game for the ages 📈 SEC QBs putting up numbers

CFB Top 25 After Week 3 ↕️More volatility was expected this week after 2 upset losses on Saturday. Tap for full list 📲

Keelon Russell SHINES vs. FSU 🌟Bama QB had 3 TDs in comeback win over Seminoles 📲

Alabama Receiver Has Career Day Against Florida State Alabama sophomore wide receiver Lotzeir Brooks had a fine freshman season at Alabama a year ago. His regular-season high in receiving yards last season was jus

Tide Up, Tide Down From Alabama's 50-36 Win Over Florida StateThe positives and negatives from the Crimson Tide's "revenge game" against the Seminoles.

Alabama Emerging as Second-Half Team With First-Half ProblemThe Crimson Tide struggled in the first half for the second consecutive game before beating Florida State 50-36.

Lightning Delay Ignites No. 10 Alabama to Win over Florida StateKeelon Russell had his best performance of the year as the Crimson Tide came roaring back in the second quarter to send home the Seminoles.

Bama QB 57-YD House Call 🏡

Keelon Russell zooms past FSU defense with ease

Bama Wins Shootout vs. FSU 💥

Keelon Russell (376 total yards, 4 TDs) leads Tide to 3-0 start

Early CFB Bracket Predictions 👀Louisville should now be viewed as the No. 1 contender to Miami in the ACC 📲

Bama Takes 1st Lead 👆

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Coleman-Williams TD 🐘

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Keelon Tuddy 🪡

THE NOLES RUSH IN TD 2 🙌🍢 📺 ABC x @FSUFootball

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FSU Up 2 Scores on Bama 🪶

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2026 Alabama Crimson Tide vs Florida State Seminoles Game ThreadBama is not saying the word “revenge”, but they certainly “remember what happened” in round 1 last season.

CFB Week 3 Updates 🏈Tap to follow all the action 📲

Alabama, Florida State Pregame in Lightning Delay: Weather UpdatesLightning struck eight miles from Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium about an hour before kickoff.

Alabama Football Injury Updates Against Florida StateUpdating who's in and who's out for the Crimson Tide in a highly anticipated rematch against the Seminoles.

CFB Week 3 Predictions ✍️

Picking winners in this week's biggest games

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Week 3 CFB Picks 🔮Predicting LSU-Ole Miss and every game this week 📲

Kiffin's Return to Ole Miss 🍿

New Big College Noon Day episode 'live' from Oxford before Saturday's highly anticipated matchup

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Florida State at No. 10 Alabama: Game Central Rundown, Live Updates, AnalysisEverything you want to know about the Seminoles at Crimson Tide, from football injuries and the depth chart down to the weather forecast at Tuscaloosa.

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11 Former Crimson Tide Players Serving as Team Captains: Bama in the NFL Week 2 Tracking former Crimson Tide players in the NFL, including how to watch, the statistical leaders and both the Game and Matchup of the Week

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Three Matchups That Will Decide Alabama's Week 3 Game Against Florida StateBreaking down how this highly anticipated rematch in Tuscaloosa will be won or lost.

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Latest CFB Odds and Picks 🔮Tap for everything you need to know before you make your Week 3 locks 📲

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Three Storylines I'm Watching Most in Alabama's Week 3 Matchup against Florida StateA closer look at three factors that could play a big role in Saturday's rematch between the Crimson Tide and Seminoles.

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How Often Has Alabama Lost Consecutive Games to the Same Non-SEC Team? Just a MinuteA look at Alabama's history of consecutive losses to out-of-conference opponents ahead of Saturday's home game against Florida State.

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Highest-Spending CFB Teams 😱Ohio State's NIL budget estimated between $49M-$54M. The Athletic has full top 10 📲

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'Everybody Knows What Happened': Inside Alabama's Mindset for Florida State RematchKalen DeBoer and Zabien Brown explain how the Crimson Tide is channeling the energy from last year's loss to the Seminoles.

'We're on the Right Track:' Alabama's Offensive Line Continuing to Gain Confidence The offensive line helped power Alabama to 150 rushing yards in the second half against Kentucky.

Alabama Tight Ends Haven't Gotten a Lot of Touches 'Yet' in First Two GamesRyan Grubb commended the Tide's tight ends efforts in blocking, but there are still more opportunities in the passing game.

Alabama Set to Face Familiar Name in 'Physically Strong' Florida State QuarterbackThe Crimson Tide will go head-to-head with a player who put together a solid outing in the 2025 Iron Bowl.

Special Teams a 'Strong Area' for Alabama to Start the SeasonA stop on a fake-punt attempt was the momentum-changing play in the Crimson Tide's win at Kentucky.

Re-Ranking CFB QBs After Week 2 📊

Where Arch Manning, Julian Sayin and more stand after shaky starts 🫨

What Ryan Grubb is Emphasizing to Keelon Russell After First Road StartThe Alabama offensive coordinator details the "expensive lessons" that his quarterback must adjust to during road games.

Everything Ryan Grubb Said about Alabama's Offense against KentuckyFull transcript and press conference video from the Alabama offensive coordinator recapping the performance in the win over the Wildcats.

The Alabama Defensive Player 'Leading the Charge' in Setting the StandardCrimson Tide defensive coordinator Kane Wommack reveals the player at the top of the chain in terms of effort through two games.

Alabama Utilizing Heavy Sets to Spark Success On the GroundOffensive coordinator Ryan Grubb praised the tight ends for their impact in the run game.

Kickoff Time, TV Assignment Announced for Alabama Against South CarolinaWhen will the Crimson Tide's Sept. 26 home game against the Gamecocks begin and what channel will it be on?

Daniel Hill 'Earned Every Carry' to Lead Alabama's Rushing AttackAfter working his way back from a shoulder injury, Hill climbed up the Tide's depth chart on the way to his first 100-yard rushing performance at Alabama.

Alabama Film Analysis: Keelon's Highs and Lows, a Dominant Run Game, and More From LexingtonA closer look at Alabama's 45-17 road win over Kentucky.

Biggest Surprises After Week 2 👀Oregon's regression, Texas' toughness, more early eyebrow raisers 📲

How to Watch Florida State at No. 10 Alabama FootballEverything you need to know, including TV and radio information, as the Crimson Tide hosts the Seminoles, hoping to avenge last season's loss.

🚨 Week 2 CFB AP Top 25 Poll

🤩 Texas jumps to No. 1 📉 Oregon & OU plummet 📳 Tap for full standings

🚨 Week 2 CFB AP Top 25 Poll🤩 Texas jumps to No. 1 📉 Oregon & OU plummet 📲 Tap for full standings

Where Alabama Ranks in Polls After Beating KentuckyDid the Crimson Tide move up in the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll after earning its first road and SEC win of 2026 against the Wildcats?

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Alabama Crimson Tide at Florida State Seminoles Opening Odds: Cover or Not?The Tide has defied their Las Vegas doubters thus far in 2026. Can they continue that trend versus FSU?

What We Learned from Alabama's 45-17 Win at Kentucky: Tide TakeawaysFive of the biggest takeaways from the Crimson Tide's second-half shutout over the Wildcats to open SEC play with a win.

Week 2 Top 25 Rankings 📈Texas makes compelling case to be the nation's top team 📲

CFB Week 2 Winners & Losers 📊🦆 Oregon suffers major stunner 🤘 Texas' biggest comeback since 2007 📲 The chaos is officially back

As The Noise Got Louder, Keelon Russell Embraced the SilenceThe Alabama quarterback overcame three first-half turnovers to guide the Crimson Tide to a 45-17 win over Kentucky.

What Kalen DeBoer Said after Alabama's Comeback Win over KentuckyFull transcript and press conference video from the Crimson Tide head coach.

Tide Up, Tide Down for No. 12 Alabama's Road Victory Over KentuckyThe positives and negatives from the Crimson Tide's first SEC win of 2026.

Alabama Freshman Jireh Edwards Brings the Juice in Collegiate Debut The former five-star safety, who broke his arm just 19 days ago, shot himself out of a cannon in the 45-17 road win over Kentucky.

The Alabama Players Who Stepped Up at Halftime to Start Turnaround Against KentuckyKalen DeBoer reveals who set the tone in the locker room and early in the third quarter to turn a 17-13 deficit into a 32-0 second-half explosion.

Alabama Stats vs. Kentucky 📈How Keelon Russell, Ryan Coleman-Williams fared in Week 2 📲

Alabama Post-Game Celly 🕺

Yea Alabama

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Final from Lexington 🎶 45-17 ALABAMA

Smooth Alabama Pick-Six 😮‍💨

LB Luke Metz read this play like a map

Keelon Russell TD Pass 🎯

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In the blink of an eye Alabama goes up three scores 🤯

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2026 Alabama Crimson Tide at Kentucky Wildcats Game ThreadA young Bama team heads out on their first road trip and first SEC college football game of the 2026 season against UK.

Alabama Football Injury Updates at Kentucky Who's in and who's out for the Crimson Tide against the Wildcats in the SEC opener?

Saban Slams Wk 1 OverreactionsCoaching legend needs everyone to 'calm down' on season expectations after just one game 😆🎥

No. 12 Alabama at Kentucky: Game Central, Weather Report, Live Updates and AnalysisEverything you want to know about the Crimson Tide and the Wildcats, from the football depth chart down to the weather forecast at Kroger Field.

Saban: Big Ten Top Heavy 🤐Legendary coach not hearing any SEC vs. B1G debates right now 📸

Upsets That Would Cause Chaos 😱Imagining Michigan over Oklahoma, more plausible underdog triumphs 📲

Three Matchups That Will Decide Alabama's Week 2 Game Against KentuckyA look at how the first SEC game of the 2026 season will be won or lost in the trenches and at the second level.

Deion Sanders Joins Nick Saban in Pivotal College Sports ArgumentThe college football landscape is continuously changing, and Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders has been a consistent voice throughout the process, sharing

Alabama Week 1 Recap 🔴

ONE Team. ONE Mission. 🤫 #RollTide | @Gatorade

UK HC's Fan Plea vs. Bama🍻Will Stein wants fans 'screaming obscenities' and making Tide 'feel very unwanted' on Saturday (KSR)

Jameson Cuts Own Hair ✂️Lions WR with new look for Week 1. See it here 📲

CFB Week 2 Predictions 🔮

Picking winners from the weekend's biggest games

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Jumbo Package: Michael Carroll listed as “doubtful” at KentuckyYour latest Crimson Tide news and notes.

SEC Admin Rips LSU, Kiffin 😬Administrator at rival school calls out team as 'impossible to deal with' right now (ESPN)

Week 2 Betting Locks 🔒Expert ATS picks for Texas-Ohio State and more top games 📲

Three Storylines I'm Watching Most in Alabama's Week 2 Matchup Against KentuckyA look at which storylines will have a major impact in the SEC opener between the Crimson Tide and Wildcats.

Alabama Starting Offensive Lineman Included on Kentucky Availability ReportRight guard Michael Carroll is among seven other Crimson Tide players uncertain to play on Saturday against the Wildcats.

Week 2 CFB Picks 🔮Predicting winner of Ohio State-Texas and every game this weekend 📲

Top 12 Breakout Stars After Week 1 ⭐Why Keelon Russell's performance stood out last weekend 📲

How Alabama's Receivers Are Adjusting To Keelon Russell's Improvisational SkillsAlabama's scramble rules need polishing if the offense is going to maximize Russell's potential.

McFadden's Unscripted SEC Title Game TD Had Former Arkansas OC Malzahn PanickingFormer Hogs' OC knew exactly what was going down between McFadden, Jones but it was too late to stop it

What Being Named a Captain Means to Bray HubbardThe senior safety was named one of Alabama's three captains last week.

The Alabama Player with the Inside Track on Kentucky's Will SteinA Crimson Tide starter used to play for the Wildcats' new head coach, and he provided a scouting report ahead of Saturday's SEC game.

Week 2 AP Poll Revealed 📊Indiana takes Oregon's spot in top 5 while Michigan falls out. Tap for full rankings 📲

🚨 First CFB AP Top 25 Poll

😬 Michigan unranked 📉 Oregon out of Top 5 📳 Tap for full rankings

Where Alabama Football Ranks After Dominating East CarolinaThe Crimson Tide rolled the Pirates in an emphatic Week 1 victory.

'Everyone Knows That Was BS': Alabama Center on Holding Call That Wiped Off Long TDTrae'shawn Brown's 68-yard touchdown in the third quarter of Alabama's win over ECU was taken off the board because of a holding call on Racin Delgatty.

Week 2 CFB Coaches Poll 📊Biggest risers and fallers from latest rankings 📲

99 Best Sports Squads Ever 🔥The 2020 Tide. MJ's Bulls. Tap to see sports' GOAT squads 📲

Jumbo Package: Keelon Russell and Alabama may be working their way back to the top tenIt was an encouraging opening week for the Tide, but there’s a long ways to go

Post-Week 1 Heisman Rankings 🏆How Darian Mensah, more top candidates stack up in early Sept. 📲

Luke Metz Emerging As Loudest Voice on Alabama's DefenseThe sophomore inside linebacker was praised for his communication in Alabama's season-opening win over East Carolina.

Kane Wommack Lists Repairs Needed for Alabama Defense Following Week 1Despite playing just 41 snaps and allowing five total first downs against East Carolina, Wommack shares how he wants his unit to improve before facing Kentucky.

Where Ryan Grubb Wants Alabama's Offense to Improve After First Game of 2026The Crimson Tide offensive coordinator lists moments from the season-opening victory over East Carolina that he was disappointed in.

'Move Forward:' How Ryan Coleman-Williams Responded to Early Mistakes Against ECUThe Alabama coaching staff praised the receiver's mental fortitude as he overcame two early drops against East Carolina en route to a 130-yard day.

How Alabama is Prepping Keelon Russell, New Offensive Line for First SEC Road StartThe Crimson Tide has an inexperienced starter at quarterback and an offensive line still gelling as the team heads to Kentucky for its first road test.

Opening Weekend Overreactions 😮‍💨What Keelon Russell is capable of doing this season 📲

What the Film Showed Us in Keelon Russell's First StartA closer look at Alabama's 48-10 season-opening win over East Carolina.

10 “intrigued” graphs from ‘Bama vs. East CarolinaThe charts support some cautious optimism, with some mild surprises along the way

CFB Top 25 After Week 1 ↕️No major upsets after this week. Ranking top teams after Saturday's action 📲

How to Watch No. 13 Alabama Football at KentuckyEverything you need to know, including TV and radio information, as the Crimson Tide travels to Lexington for its first SEC matchup of the 2026 season.

Alabama Crimson Tide at Kentucky Wildcats Opening Odds: Cover or Not?Bama heads out for the first road game and first SEC game of the season against a UK team with a new coach and a shiny new quarterback.

Top 25 CFB Rankings Predictions 🔮Where everyone could sit after Week 1 games

What We Learned from Alabama's Blowout Win over East Carolina: Tide TakeawaysFive of the biggest takeaways from the Crimson Tide's dominant win, featuring Keelon Russell's first start and the debut of two freshmen running backs.

CFB Week 1 Winners & Losers 📊Refs are the talking point in Michigan's controversial win. Full breakdown of wild slate 📲

Heisman Odds For 10 ContendersDarian Mensah is the early favorite after dominant performance on Friday 📲

Tide Up, Tide Down for Alabama's Season-Opening Win Over East CarolinaThe positives and negatives from the Crimson Tide's 48-10 win over the Pirates.

Everything Kalen DeBoer Said after Alabama's Dominant Win over East CarolinaFull transcript and press conference video from the Crimson Tide head coach after his team opened the season with a 48-10 victory.

EJ Crowell, Trae'shawn Brown Remedy Alabama's Remedial Run Game Both Alabama freshmen scored their first collegiate touchdowns Saturday, offering an early look at what the Crimson Tide run game could become.

Kalen DeBoer Hypes New QB1 🗣️Alabama HC says the 'sky's the limit' for Keelon Russell

Bama QB's Bold Statement 🗣️Keelon Russell hypes connection with teammate Ryan Coleman-Williams

Ryan Coleman-Williams Stats 😬An up and down first game for Bama's star

Bama Star WR's Big Play 💨

Ryan Coleman-Williams might not need gloves after all

Bama LB Pick-6 😮‍💨

Yhonzae Pierre takes it back 27 yards for the score

Keelon Russell Proves Why He's Alabama Starting QB in Win Over East CarolinaThe Crimson Tide sophomore's first career start showed poise, instinct and acknowledgement of the areas he needs to improve in.

Alabama's 2026 Opener the Hottest Ever Game at Bryant-Denny StadiumWhile fans were melting in the stands, the Alabama training staff had the players prepared and hydrated.

No. 13 Alabama Cruises Past East Carolina in 2026 Season OpenerQuarterback Keelon Russell leads the Crimson Tide to a dominant home victory to begin Year 3 of the Kalen DeBoer era.

Another Alabama TD 🙌

Tide start game off hot vs. East Carolina

Alabama's 1st TD of Season 🐘

EJ Crowell with his first career rushing TD vs. North Texas

CFB Trainer Gets Leveled 😭Alabama football working this guy hard in warmups 🎥

2026 Alabama Crimson Tide vs East Carolina Pirates Football Game ThreadBama welcomes in ECU to Tuscaloosa for the first game of the 2026 college football season.

Alabama Football Injury Updates Against East CarolinaWho's in and who's out for the Crimson Tide's season-opening matchup against the East Carolina Pirates?

Bama WR Debuts New Number 1️⃣

Yea Alabama

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New year. New name. New number. Let’s get it.

Alabama Hype Vid 😤

Updated Heisman Odds 📊Where everyone stands after Toney's standout performance

East Carolina at No. 13 Alabama Football: Game Central Rundown, Analysis Everything you want to know about the Crimson Tide and the Pirates, from the depth chart down to the weather forecast at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

How the Updated All-Time Associated Press Top 25 Looks Heading into 2026 Football SeasonThe top 25 overall, and 10 things that stood out from the updated All-Time Associated Press Poll through the 2025-56 college football season.

Picks for Tide, Every Week 1 Game 🔮Predicting Alabama-East Carolina, every other matchup 📲

Alabama Football Announces Captains for 2026 SeasonBray Hubbard, Ryan Coleman-Williams and one more Crimson Tide standout have been voted by the rest of the team as Alabama's ultimate leaders.