Alabama's Big Season Opener | Alabama Crimson Tide Football News

Alabama’s No. 13-ranked Crimson Tide kicks off their season against East Carolina, aiming to bounce back from a playoff loss and prove they’re still title contenders despite a low preseason ranking. Freshman running back EJ Crowell is expected to play but with limited workload, while key players like Noah Rogers and Jireh Edwards sit out due to injuries. Sophomore AK Dear misses the opener, and defensive lineman Jeremiah Beaman is sidelined for the year. Captaincy settles on Bray Hubbard, Zabien Brown, and Ryan Coleman-Williams. Quarterback Keelon Russell starts his first game, backed by Austin Mack, with William Sanders anchoring the offensive line. The depth chart features a loaded backfield and a defense led by Devan Thompkins and Terrance Green — all eyes on Tuscaloosa as the Tide seeks to make a statement. 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.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d774ee17f90fcdfa