Tom Luginbill | Keelon Russell Takes Over Alabama + Could Tennessee be the SEC’s Surprise Team?

Tom Luginbill joins The Next Round to break down some of the biggest storylines across the SEC and college football as the 2026 season approaches. Alabama has officially named Keelon Russell QB1 — what should Crimson Tide fans expect from the former five-star quarterback as he takes over Kalen DeBoer’s offense? Tom gives his thoughts on Russell, Alabama’s ceiling and what the move means for the Tide in the SEC race. We also dive into Tennessee Football and whether the Volunteers could emerge as one of the surprise teams in the SEC, plus expectations for Auburn’s offense as the Tigers try to take a major step forward. Elsewhere around college football, could North Carolina already be preparing to move on from Bill Belichick? Tom weighs in on the situation in Chapel Hill and what could come next for the Tar Heels. Plus, we discuss Florida naming Aaron Philo its starting quarterback, Lane Kiffin and LSU pursuing a former NFL tight end, the latest SEC quarterback news, roster developments, coaching storylines and much more from around the college football world. If you love college football, SEC football, Alabama, Auburn, Tennessee, LSU, Florida and the biggest stories from around the sport, make sure to LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to The Next Round for more interviews, analysis, breaking news and daily college football conversation. #CollegeFootball #SECFootball #AlabamaFootball #KeelonRussell #RollTide #TennesseeFootball #GoVols #AuburnFootball #WarEagle #LSUFootball #LaneKiffin #FloridaGators #UNCFootball #BillBelichick #TheNextRound #CFB #CollegeFootballPlayoff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices