- Alabama named sophomore Keelon Russell its starting quarterback, a decision coach Kalen DeBoer signaled about two weeks before the season opener.
- Russell is a five-star recruit (No. 2 QB/player in the 2025 class), saw limited action in 2025 (11 completions, 143 yards, 2 TDs while redshirting) and steps in after Ty Simpson left for the NFL.
- He beat out senior Austin Mack in fall camp (and shined in the spring game with 240 yards and 4 TDs); Mack will remain the backup.
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