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Alabama Football just got some MUCH-NEEDED good news during fall camp.Lotzeir Brooks returned to practice Monday after missing multiple practices and sitting out Alabama's first fall scrimmage. Kalen DeBoer previously said Brooks was expected to miss some additional practices but was not expected to miss any games.

AK Dear's injury could be a bigger story for Alabama Football than we initially thought.Dear suffered an injury during Alabama's first fall scrimmage after reportedly having a strong day and scoring a touchdown. Kalen DeBoer said the Crimson Tide would evaluate the severity of the injury, and the latest reporting indicates Alabama could be dealing with an extended absence.So who steps up?

Alabama Football's inside linebacker room may be developing into one of the most important — and most underrated — stories of fall camp.After losing Deontae Lawson, Justin Jefferson and Nikhai Hill-Green from last year's defense, Alabama entered 2026 with major questions at inside linebacker. Those three players combined for 234 tackles, 16 tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks in 2025.But something interesting is happening in fall camp.Kane Wommack has been praising the increased aggressiveness of Alabama's linebackers, and sophomore Luke Metz has emerged as one of the biggest names to watch. Wommack has said Metz is playing at a very high level, while Kalen DeBoer specifically pointed to Metz's ability to run sideline-to-sideline and improve on every snap.

Alabama Football just completed its first fall scrimmage of 2026 — and we finally have some real information about this team.In this WAAAAY OFFSIDES premiere, we break down everything we learned from Alabama's first fall scrimmage inside Bryant-Denny Stadium, including the latest on the quarterback competition between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack, the performance of the revamped offensive line, and why Alabama's defensive line may be emerging as one of the biggest strengths on the entire roster.Keelon Russell reportedly had the better day according to multiple observers, while Kalen DeBoer continues to evaluate both quarterbacks before making a final decision.We also have to talk about the running back room. AK Dear left the scrimmage with an injury and is being evaluated, while EJ Crowell was unavailable for the scrimmage. We'll break down what we actually know about the injuries and what they could mean for Alabama's running back rotation.

Alabama Football has been hit with ANOTHER injury heading into the 2026 season.Five-star freshman cornerback Jorden Edmonds is expected to miss a few weeks after suffering a lower-body injury during practice this week, according to the latest reports. Edmonds did not participate in Alabama’s first fall scrimmage Thursday.

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Alabama Football has officially completed Day 7 of fall camp — and now the stakes get MUCH higher.The Crimson Tide is just one day away from its first preseason scrimmage, which means we're about to get our first real look at where some of the biggest position battles stand heading into the 2026 season.Tonight at 7 PM CST, WAAAAY OFFSIDES is breaking down everything we learned from Wednesday's practice and what it could mean heading into Thursday's scrimmage.

Alabama Football fans are expecting BIG things from Ryan Coleman-Williams in 2026 — and for good reason. He has the talent to become one of the best wide receivers in the SEC.But is 1,000 receiving yards actually a realistic expectation?In this video, we break down why Coleman-Williams could have an excellent 2026 season and STILL fall short of the 1,000-yard mark.

ALABAMA FOOTBALL FALL CAMP DAY 6 RECAP | Biggest Takeaways From Today's PracticeAlabama Football is through Day 6 of fall camp, and tonight at 9 PM CST, WAAAAY OFFSIDES is breaking down everything that stood out from today's practice.There was plenty to watch as the Crimson Tide continues preparing for the 2026 season. We'll break down the biggest developments from Day 6, including position battles, standout performances, roster movement and the players who are starting to separate themselves.

Alabama Football may have a new name emerging in the battle for the starting offensive line.Mal Waldrep Jr. has been getting work at left guard next to Jackson Lloyd during Alabama’s fall camp, and that development could be much more important than it initially appears. The former 3-star in-state recruit is putting himself into the conversation for a starting job after spending his freshman season learning behind Alabama’s veterans.

Alabama Football is heading into the 2026 season with plenty of questions, but one position group could completely change the outlook for the Crimson Tide: the defensive line.In this full Alabama Football 2026 season preview, we break down the roster, the biggest position battles, the offensive and defensive storylines, the quarterback competition and what Alabama needs to do to compete for the SEC and College Football Playoff.But the biggest focus is on a defensive line that could be one of the most important position groups on the entire team.Kane Wommack has been clear about the importance of getting bigger and more physical up front, and Alabama appears to have significantly more size and depth along the defensive line heading into 2026.

AK Dear could be one of the biggest breakout candidates on Alabama Football's 2026 roster.The Alabama running back room is wide open heading into the 2026 season, and while Daniel Hill is receiving plenty of attention, AK Dear may have the one trait that could make him the most dangerous back on the roster: explosive play ability.Dear only received 19 carries in five games during the 2025 season, but he made those opportunities count. He finished with 140 rushing yards and produced Alabama's longest touchdown run of the season with a 56-yard score against ULM.Now, with more opportunities available in the Alabama backfield, could Dear be ready to take a massive step forward?

*Aired 8/9/12*ALABAMA FOOTBALL FALL CAMP IS GETTING INTERESTING.The battle between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack continues to be one of the biggest storylines of Alabama's 2026 fall camp, but what can we learn from the players themselves? We're looking at the latest clues, comments, relationships and developments that could give us an idea of where the locker room might be leaning.And then there's the JERSEY CHANGE that has Alabama Football fans all over the internet talking.

*Aired 8/10/12*Jah-Marien Latham is back at Alabama, and his return could be much more important to the Crimson Tide's defense than many fans realize.The seventh-year veteran brings something Alabama desperately needs heading into the 2026 season: experience, physicality and versatility. After missing nearly the entire 2025 season because of a neck injury, Latham is back on the field for fall camp and already drawing attention from defensive coordinator Kane Wommack.

Alabama Football fall camp is heating up, and tonight we're breaking down the BIGGEST developments surrounding the Crimson Tide.Join Waaaay Offsides for our 7 PM CST YouTube Premieres as we dive into the latest Alabama Football fall camp information, including the increasingly interesting quarterback competition and NEW information coming out of the defensive side of the ball.The biggest question remains: Who is going to be Alabama's QB1?

*Aired 8/8/26*Alabama Football fans are going to need some patience with the offensive line in 2026.The Crimson Tide is entering the season with major questions up front, but there is one important difference this year: Ryan Grubb doesn't want Alabama's offensive line to look like it did last season.

*Aired on 8/7/12*Alabama Football Fall Camp Day 3 is here, and there is A LOT to talk about.Join Waaaay Offsides for a special YouTube Premiere with Wyatt Fulton as we break down the latest news, observations and biggest storylines coming out of Alabama's third day of fall camp.The BIG story: Alabama's defensive line.After major changes to the roster this offseason, can the Crimson Tide's defensive front become one of the strengths of the 2026 team? We're taking a deep dive into the defensive line, the players generating buzz, the competition for playing time and what Alabama needs from this group to compete in the SEC.

*Originally aired 8/5/12*Fall camp is finally here, and the road to Alabama Football's 2026 season officially begins now.

Alabama Football fall camp is finally here, and one of the biggest storylines isn't just who will start—it's how much this roster has physically changed since the offseason.In this video, we break down the most notable weight gains and weight losses across Alabama's 2026 roster, discuss what those changes mean for each player's role, and explain why these body transformations could have a major impact on the Crimson Tide this season.We also dive into Nick Saban's recent comments about Alabama's 2026 team and what they tell us about the direction of the program under Kalen DeBoer. From offensive linemen adding size to skill players becoming faster and leaner, there are several important takeaways as the Crimson Tide prepares to open fall camp.

Alabama Football's wide receiver room could be one of the most intriguing position groups on the 2026 roster. Ryan Williams is the obvious WR1, but the biggest question heading into fall camp is simple: WHO steps up behind him?In this Alabama Football 2026 fall camp preview, we break down the entire wide receiver room and discuss the expectations for Ryan Williams, Lotzeir Brooks, Ryan Coleman-Williams, Noah Rogers, Rico Scott, Cederian Morgan, Derek Meadows and the rest of the group.

Alabama Football fall camp is here, and the 2026 season is about to get real for Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide. There are major questions that need to be answered before Alabama takes the field, and the answers could determine just how far this team can go in the SEC and College Football Playoff.In this Alabama Football fall camp preview, we're breaking down the biggest storylines to watch, including the quarterback competition between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, the battle for consistency along the offensive line, Alabama's running game, the wide receiver room, and the biggest questions surrounding the defense.

WHOA! College Sports as we know them may look incredibly different this season. With only a couple of weeks until the 2026 College Football Season starts - Alabama Football and other D1 teams could potentially be getting eligible players back from their 2022 recruiting classes.

The offseason never sleeps, and neither do we! Joining us LIVE on Waaaay Offsides:Coach P from The Unofficial Assistant Coaches for another can't-miss Alabama Football discussion!!We're diving deep into the 2026 season and we go over Coach P's greatest nicknames he's given since he began The UAC channel!

Alabama Football's 2028 recruiting class is already starting to take shape, and if you look closely at the players Kalen DeBoer and his staff are targeting, there may be a much bigger plan developing behind the scenes.In this video, we break down Alabama's 2028 recruiting strategy and what we can gather by reading between the lines. From quarterback and offensive line to linebacker, EDGE and the secondary, the Crimson Tide appears to be targeting the foundation of a championship roster while getting involved with elite prospects earlier in the recruiting process.

Kalen DeBoer made headlines with his comments at SEC Media Days, but when you actually compare what DeBoer said to what Nick Saban said throughout his time at Alabama, there are some striking similarities.In this 14-minute video, we break down Kalen DeBoer's SEC Media Days comments and compare the message he's delivering to Alabama fans with the same types of things Nick Saban used to say during his legendary tenure in Tuscaloosa.Is DeBoer really sending the wrong message? Or are Alabama fans and the national media judging him differently simply because he's not Nick Saban?

Alabama Football just added another major piece to its 2028 recruiting class with the commitment of highly regarded linebacker Tysir Young out of Delaware.In this video, we break down what makes Young such an intriguing prospect and why Alabama was so aggressive in pursuing him. Young brings a unique combination of size, athleticism, physicality and pass-rushing ability to the Crimson Tide, giving Alabama a versatile defensive weapon who could eventually be used in multiple ways.

Zabien Brown recently told Ryan Fowler that Alabama linebacker QB Reese is a "dog" — and that comment could be a major clue about what Alabama fans should expect from Reese during the 2026 season.

Alabama Football was picked to finish 6th in the SEC in the preseason media poll at SEC Media Days, and that ranking has sparked plenty of conversation heading into the 2026 college football season.Good thing preseason rankings are stupid and useless.

*LIVE WITH HERB* SEC Media Days are officially in the books, and we're breaking down EVERYTHING Alabama fans need to know.From everything Head Coach Kalen DeBoer had to say about the Crimson Tide's 2026 season to the biggest takeaways from Alabama players like Ryan Coleman-Williams, we're diving into every headline, every quote, and every hidden clue about where this team is headed.

The SEC is moving to a 9-game conference schedule, and it could have a massive impact on Alabama Football.On one hand, more SEC games means more opportunities for Alabama to prove itself against the best teams in college football, build a stronger College Football Playoff résumé, and give fans more marquee matchups.But there's another side to this.A ninth conference game means more physical wear, more opportunities for injuries, less margin for error, and potentially an even more difficult path through the regular season. For a team like Alabama, one bad Saturday could completely change the College Football Playoff picture.

The 2025 college football season was a wild ride for the Crimson Tide, but one brutal statistic completely exposed the team when it mattered most. Everyone wants to talk about the roster changes or the coaching adjustments, but the cold hard numbers reveal the exact blueprint teams used to beat Alabama this year.In this video, we are doing a deep-dive statistical breakdown of Alabama Football's massive situational collapse—including how their 3rd down conversion percentage plummeted to a shocking 30.91% in their four losses, and how their usually elite defense gave up a staggering 64.29% conversion rate in the College Football Playoff against Indiana.

SEC Media Days are finally here, and despite 4 days worth of coachspeak and while Kalen DeBoer probably won't announce a starting quarterback or break major news, Alabama fans should still expect plenty of clues about the Crimson Tide's 2026 season.In this video, we break down the biggest storylines to watch, including the quarterback competition, Ryan Grubb's impact on the offense, the offensive line, Alabama's running game, defensive expectations under Kane Wommack, and what DeBoer's comments could reveal about the team's confidence heading into fall camp.

The 2026 Alabama football season has the potential to be one of the most important in the Kalen DeBoer era—but just how high is the Crimson Tide's ceiling?Tonight at 8 PM CST, we're joined by Jake Crain to break down every realistic outcome for Alabama this season. Can this team win the SEC? Is a College Football Playoff run expected? Could Alabama compete for a national championship, or are there still too many question marks?

5-star quarterback Elijah Haven joins WAAAAY OFFSIDES for an exclusive interview to discuss his commitment to Alabama Football, his relationship with Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide coaching staff, and why he believes Tuscaloosa is the right place for his future.In this conversation, Elijah shares what stood out most during his recruitment, the people who made the biggest impact on his decision, how he evaluates Alabama's 2027 recruiting class, and what excites him most about joining one of college football's premier programs.

Alabama Football has landed another major addition to its 2027 recruiting class with the commitment of Cedrick Simmons, but this story is about much more than a recruiting ranking.Despite being overlooked by some recruiting services, Simmons put together one of the most productive seasons in Alabama high school football, hauling in over 100 receptions, more than 2,100 receiving yards, and 20 touchdowns. Those numbers, combined with his toughness, versatility, and playmaking ability, made him a priority target for Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide coaching staff.

Did Alabama quietly make its most important offseason move without anyone noticing?While much of the conversation has centered around the quarterback battle, recruiting, and the transfer portal, the Crimson Tide may have made the biggest change of all by moving Michael Carroll from tackle to guard. It may seem like a small adjustment, but this decision could completely transform Alabama's rushing attack and help Ryan Grubb's offense take a major step forward in 2026.

Could Steve Mboumoua be Alabama Football's biggest breakout player in 2026?While much of the attention has been focused on Alabama's quarterback battle and recruiting success, one defensive lineman may be flying completely under the radar. Steve Mboumoua has the size, athleticism, and physical tools to become a major contributor for Kane Wommack's defense, and 2026 could be the season everything comes together.

**Since the time of this recording, Anthony Blalock, Jr. has committed to the Crimson Tide**Alabama Football's recruiting momentum continues to build, and the Crimson Tide may not be finished adding elite talent.In today's video, we break down why four-star offensive lineman Anthony Blalock Jr. is emerging as one of Alabama's top priorities in the 2028 recruiting class and what makes him one of the most intriguing offensive line prospects in the country. We also discuss the latest surrounding Monshun Sales, one of the nation's premier wide receiver recruits, and where Alabama stands as his recruitment develops.

Why does Alabama keep signing elite quarterbacks? At first glance, it may seem like the Crimson Tide is loading up on more quarterbacks than it could ever use—but there's a much bigger strategy at work.In this video, we break down why Kalen DeBoer and Ryan Grubb continue to prioritize quarterback recruiting, how the transfer portal has completely changed roster construction, and why building a quarterback pipeline may be the most important decision Alabama makes every recruiting cycle.

Alabama Football LIVE: 2026 Season Preview | QB Battle, Breakout Players & HUGE Announcement! | 8 PM CSTThe road to the 2026 Alabama Football season officially begins tonight on Waaaay Offsides!Join us LIVE at 8 PM CST as we take our first deep dive into what could be one of the most important seasons of the Kalen DeBoer era. We'll examine the biggest storylines heading into fall camp, predict which Crimson Tide players are poised for breakout seasons, and take a close look at Alabama's quarterback competition between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack. Who has the edge? What does each quarterback bring to the offense? We'll break it all down.We'll also discuss why the 2026 season could define the future of Alabama's coaching staff. With expectations as high as ever in Tuscaloosa, what needs to happen this season, and what are the biggest pressure points facing the program?

BREAKING: Alabama Football has landed one of the top quarterbacks in the 2028 recruiting class!Four-star quarterback Kingston Preyear has officially committed to Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide, giving Alabama another cornerstone piece for what is quickly becoming one of the nation's top 2028 recruiting classes.

Alabama Football didn't just land another commitment—they're executing a recruiting strategy they told us was coming months ago.With the addition of Ryquan Butler, it's becoming increasingly clear that Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide coaching staff are making the 2028 recruiting class a major priority (many of these commits will get bumps as we go through the process). Rather than waiting for the cycle to heat up, Alabama is identifying targets early, building relationships, and laying the foundation for a recruiting class that meets their needs.

Is the national media evaluating Alabama Football based on what happened last season—or what this team is actually capable of becoming?As preseason rankings and predictions continue to roll in, one thing has become clear: many analysts are still judging Alabama through the lens of the 2025 season. But this year's Crimson Tide is a different football team with a new quarterback, more experience across the roster, another year in Kalen DeBoer's system, and a program that is finally beginning to reflect his vision.

Alabama Football isn't avoiding bidding wars because it can't compete financially—it's making a calculated decision about how to build a championship roster in the NIL era.In this video, we break down why Kalen DeBoer and Alabama appear committed to a retention-first philosophy, investing in proven players already in the program instead of dramatically overpaying high school recruits. As recruiting prices continue to skyrocket and elite prospects receive massive NIL offers before ever stepping on campus, Alabama is taking a different approach that could pay off in the long run.We discuss why keeping current players happy financially can improve locker room chemistry, reduce transfer portal departures, and create a more sustainable roster. We'll also examine how Alabama balances recruiting elite talent while avoiding the kind of bidding wars that have become commonplace across college football.

One of the biggest storylines surrounding Alabama football entering the 2026 college football season is how young this roster appears. But what if everyone is looking at it the wrong way?In this video, we break down why Alabama's youth could actually become one of its biggest strengths—not its biggest weakness. While national media focuses on returning production and first-year starters, there's another side of the conversation that could determine whether the Crimson Tide competes for an SEC Championship and College Football Playoff berth.We'll discuss why less mileage on key players could translate into a healthier, faster, and more explosive football team by November. Is Alabama's lack of experience being overstated? Could this roster actually peak at exactly the right time?

The Alabama quarterback competition is about much more than arm strength, accuracy, or athleticism. One overlooked trait could ultimately determine whether Austin Mack or Keelon Russell wins the starting job for Kalen DeBoer—and it has everything to do with Alabama's offensive line.In this video, we break down how elite quarterback play can make an offensive line look significantly better by identifying blitzes, setting protections, manipulating defenders, getting the football out quickly, and avoiding negative plays. These are the hidden traits that separate good quarterbacks from great ones, and they could play a major role in Alabama's 2027 season.We also compare Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, examining which quarterback is better equipped to handle pressure if Alabama's offensive line experiences growing pains early in the season. Does Mack's experience in Ryan Grubb's offense give him the edge? Or is Keelon Russell's natural playmaking ability too special to keep off the field?

The college football recruiting world may have reached a breaking point.Reports continue to emerge of elite high school prospects receiving massive NIL offers—not only to commit, but to completely shut down their recruitments before taking additional visits. The numbers being discussed are changing the recruiting landscape and forcing programs across the country to rethink how they build championship rosters.

Alabama football’s offensive line rotation has been one of the most debated parts of the Crimson Tide offense — but is it actually holding the unit back?

Alabama football's 2028 recruiting class is already beginning to take shape, and if you look closely, it's telling a much bigger story about where the Crimson Tide program is headed under Kalen DeBoer and General Manager Courtney Morgan.

Alabama football recruiting continues to make headlines as a major five-star target may no longer be planning a visit to Tuscaloosa. What does that mean for the Crimson Tide's recruiting board, and should fans be concerned?