Alabama Turns It Around Against Kentucky | Alabama Crimson Tide Football News

Alabama stunned Kentucky with a 45-17 road win, turning things around in the second half after a shaky start. Quarterback Keelon Russell battled early turnovers but showed grit, leading a comeback fueled by a dominant defense that stifled Kentucky’s offense and forced critical third-down stops. Daniel Hill broke through with over 100 rushing yards and a TD — the first SEC game since 2025 for an Alabama back — opening up the passing game and showcasing Alabama’s ability to grind out wins. Coach DeBoer praised Russell’s veteran poise and resilience, while Lotzeir Brooks flashed big-play potential as a key emerging weapon. This victory marks a pivotal shift for Alabama, proving they can overcome halftime deficits and dominate when it matters most. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.si.com/college/alabama/football/what-we-learned-from-alabama-s-45-17-win-at-kentucky-tide-takeaways More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a3c118f53356d797 Report issues to [email protected].