Russell Takes Over at QB | Alabama Crimson Tide Football News

Alabama’s QB battle has a winner: sophomore Keelon Russell edges out senior Austin Mack for the starting job, marking a bittersweet end to Mack’s long wait and a bold move by DeBoer to prioritize playmaking potential over experience. Mack, who sacrificed his senior year and spent two seasons as a backup, remains a reliable option behind the scenes, ready to step in if needed. Russell’s dynamic skill set tipped the scales, signaling a new era at the helm — and college football fans are already watching closely to see how this duo shapes the season. 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/59d0ea093c00d3ec