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ESPN: Caleb Downs commits to Ohio State

After a stellar freshman season at Alabama, defensive back Caleb Downs commits to Ohio State per reports from ESPN.

Alabama five-star QB signee Julian Sayin has entered the transfer portal

Alabama five-star quarterback signee Julian Sayin has entered the transfer portal. He's the latest player to leave the Crimson Tide since Nick Saban retired and ex-Washington coach Kalen DeBoer replaced him.

Reese, Morrow lead No. 10 LSU to 78-58 bounce-back win over Alabama

Angel Reese had 20 points and 17 rebounds, Aneesah Morrow had 20 points and 11 boards, and No. 10 LSU rode a dominant third quarter to a 78-58 victory over Alabama.

Amari Niblack commits to Texas

After announcing he was entering the transfer portal, Alabama tight end Amari Niblack committed to Texas.

CBS Sports: Caleb Downs expected to enter the transfer portal

Alabama freshman standout, Caleb Downs, is expected to enter the transfer portal per CBS Sports.

Maurice Linguist resigns as Buffalo football coach to join DeBoer's staff in Alabama, AP source says

Maurice Linguist informed the University at Buffalo that he is resigning as football coach following three seasons and after agreeing to join Kalen DeBoer’s staff at Alabama, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press.

Griffin, Estrada pace Alabama past Missouri and Nate Oates gets career win 200

Rylen Griffin scored a career high 21 points shooting 5 for 7 from 3-point range and Aaron Estrada scored 21 points and Alabama pulled away at the end for a 93-75 win over Missouri.

Alabama hiring Kane Wommack as defensive coordinator

South Alabama coach Kane Wommack resigned Tuesday and is headed to Alabama to become defensive coordinator for coach Kalen DeBoer.

Kalen DeBoer introduced as Alabama's new head football coach at news conference

See Action 8 News live coverage of Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer's first news conference from Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Former Alabama assistant Travaris Robinson named Georgia's co-defensive coordinator

Former Alabama cornerbacks coach Travaris Robinson has been named Georgia's co-defensive coordinator and safeties coach.

Nick Saban issues statement on new Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer

Retiring Alabama head football coach Nick Saban has released a statement wishing his successor, Kalen DeBoer, all the best as he takes the reigns of the Crimson Tide.

Alabama's Isaiah Bond, who made fourth-and-31 Iron Bowl catch, enters transfer portal

Alabama wide receiver Isaiah Bond has entered the transfer portal in the wake of coach Nick Saban's retirement.

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Kalen DeBoer officially announced as head football coach at Alabama

The University of Alabama has now officially announced that Kalen DeBoer will be the next head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team.

Reports: Alabama to hire Kalen DeBoer as its next head football coach

Alabama wasted little time in finding retiring head coach Nick Saban’s successor, hiring Kalen DeBoer away from Washington.

Replacing Nick Saban: Alabama begins hunt for a successor who will face sky-high expectations

Nick Saban is retiring with his Alabama football program still appearing formidable enough to regularly contend for Southeastern Conference and national championships. The 72-year-old Saban won six national titles and nine SEC crowns in 17 seasons with the Crimson Tide. He told ESPN that he has “always said that I didn’t want to ride the program down.”

Oregon coach Dan Lanning says he's not coming to the University of Alabama

Oregon head football coach Dan Lanning says on social media that he will not be leaving the Ducks to replace the retiring Nick Saban at Alabama.

Saban: "The last few days have been hard"

Retiring Alabama head football coach Nick Saban has spoken about his decision to leave the Crimson Tide.

Nick Saban's career at Alabama brought four Heisman Trophy winners

Alabama had never had a Heisman Trophy winner until after coach Nick Saban arrived.

Nick Saban retires from Alabama with 12-5 record against Auburn, including thrilling final game

Nick Saban's retirement as head football coach at Alabama is big news in Tuscaloosa and across the state. But it's also big news in Auburn.

Saban, University of Alabama release statement on his retirement

Nick Saban and the University of Alabama have released a statement about his retirement after 17 seasons and six national championships.

Alabama head football coach Nick Saban retires after 17 seasons, six national titles in Tuscaloosa

Alabama coach Nick Saban is retiring after winning more national championships than any other major college football coach.

AP Top 25 Reality Check: How will the teams in final AP poll look heading into the 2024 season?

The preseason Associated Press college football poll held up pretty well in 2023. The final AP Top 25 was released early after Michigan defeated Washington in the College Football Playoff national title game to finish No. 1. Seventeen teams that began the season ranked in the Top 25 finished in the rankings and only eight did not.

Alabama's 2024 non-conference schedule finalized

With baseball season just around the corner, the Alabama Crimson Tide has finalized their 2024 non-conference schedule.

Sears hits 6 3s, scores 31 to help Alabama beat South Carolina 74-47

Mark Sears hit six 3-pointers and scored 31 points, Aaron Estrada added 17 on 7-of-11 shooting and Alabama used two second-half runs to pull away as the Crimson Tide beat South Carolina 74-46 and snapped the Gamecocks’ six-game win streak.

Alabama's Gabby Gladieux earns SEC Specialist of the Week

Alabama's Gabby Gladieux earns SEC Specialist of the Week after tying for the nation's highest individual score which helped Alabama open their season with a win.

Alabama's Jase McClellan declares for the NFL Draft

Alabama leading rusher Jase McClellan announces that he has declared for the NFL Draft.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama No. 5 in final poll of season

Alabama finished at No. 5 in the final AP Top 25 College Football Poll of the 2023 season.

Alabama's Antonio Langham selected to the 2024 College Football Hall of Fame Class

Former Alabama All-American defensive back Antonio Langham has been selected to the 2024 college football hall of fame class.

Sears scores 21, Griffen adds 16, and Alabama edges Vanderbilt 78-75

Mark Sears scored 21 points, Rylan Griffen added 16 points, and Alabama held on in the final minute to defeat Vanderbilt 78-75 in the SEC opener for both teams.

Alabama defensive players Kool-Aid McKinstry and Chris Braswell declare for NFL draft

Alabama linebacker Chris Braswell and cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry are heading into the NFL draft.

CFP 1.0 changed college football, not all for better, and was necessary step in postseason evolution

The four-team playoff changed college football. Not just the postseason and crowning of a national champion that finally could be called undisputed.

Alabama's national championship dreams fall short, losing to Michigan 27-20 in overtime

Alabama finishes the season at 12-2 after winning the SEC Championship nearly a month ago.

Alabama ready to face Michigan in Rose Bowl for spot in National Championship Game

Alabama is seeking its seventh college football title under coach Nick Saban and has been victorious in the semifinal in six of seven CFP appearances.

Alabama Quarterback Jalen Milroe says he overcame naysayers, including Bill O'Brien

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe revealed that Bill O'Brien, Alabama's offensive coordinator during Milroe's first two seasons, once suggested he should change positions.

Alabama coaches don't want players watching film on tablets out of fear of sign stealing

Alabama is covering every angle when it comes to preparing for its College Football Playoff semifinal game against Michigan, including protecting against sign stealing by the Wolverines.

CFP matchups: Yards will be hard in Michigan-Alabama; red-zone success could decide Texas-Washington

The final four-team College Football Playoff promises to be one of the closest in the 10-year history of the event.

Alabama's Caleb Downs wins the 2023 Shaun Alexander Award

Alabama Defensive Back, Caleb Downs, was selected as the 2023 Shaun Alexander Award Winner.

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Alabama lineman Justin Eboigbe returns from neck injury better than ever and ready for CFP semifinal

Alabama defensive lineman Justin Eboigbe has returned from a neck injury better than ever. Eboigbe missed most of the 2022 season after getting hurt in practice. After surgery and months of rehab, he is enjoying easily the best season of his five-year career.

Alabama football player arrested for knowingly spreading STD

The offense is a Class C Misdemeanor in the State of Alabama. Pritchett is currently out of jail on a $500 bond.

SEC Signing Day: Georgia grabs top class after five-star flip, followed by Alabama

The SEC, currently chasing its fifth consecutive national championship, racked up another collection of talent and a couple of five-star quarterbacks on Wednesday.

Alabama lands 23 players on the first day of the early signing period

Alabama signs 23 players on the first day of the early signing period which runs from December 20th through the 22nd.

Kalkbrenner's return from injury in 2nd half fuels No. 8 Creighton in 85-82 win over Alabama

Ryan Kalkbrenner came back from an early ankle injury to score 17 of his 19 points in the second half and lead No. 8 Creighton past Alabama 85-82.

Alabama hires former Michigan Coach

According to an article by The Athletic, Alabama has hired former Michigan Linebackers Coach, George Helow.

SEC releases 2024 football schedules

The Southeastern Conference releases the 2024 football schedules.

Alabama Women's Basketball defeats Stephen F. Austin

The Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Basketball Team defeated Stephen F. Austin by a final score of 74-69.

Edey matches season high with 35 points in hometown, No. 4 Purdue beats Alabama 92-86 in Toronto

Zach Edey matched his season high with 35 points in his hometown, Braden Smith had a season-high 27 points and No. 4 Purdue rallied to beat Alabama 92-86 on Saturday.

Three members of the Tide receive SEC Individual Honors

Dallas Turner, Caleb Downs, and Will Reichard all receive SEC Individual honors.

Both Nick Saban & Jon Sumrall named finalists for Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award

Both Alabama's Nick Saban and Troy's Jon Sumrall were named two of the twelve finalists for the Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award.

Alabama and Auburn have several players named All-SEC

Both Alabama's and Auburn's football team's have several players named to the first and second All-SEC Teams as announced by the conference.

Alabama quarterback Tyler Buchner enters transfer portal as lacrosse player

Alabama quarterback Tyler Buchner is entering the transfer portal, but as a lacrosse player.

Michigan vs. Alabama, Washington vs. Texas in College Football Playoff; unbeaten Florida St left out

Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama are in the College Football Playoff. Florida State is not and is the first unbeaten Power Five conference champion to be excluded from the four-team field in its 10-year history.

Alabama reaches College Football Playoff at No. 4

Alabama has made it into the College Football Playoff at No. 4.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama rises to No. 5 with SEC Championship Win

Alabama has moved up from No. 8 to No. 5 in the AP Top 25 College Football Poll after beating then-No. 1 Georgia in the SEC Championship Game.

SEC Championship Game Coverage: No. 8 Alabama knocks off No. 1 Georgia 27-24 for SEC title

Alabama is again the top dog in the Southeastern Conference — and perhaps headed to the College Football Playoff.

SEC Championship Game Coverage: Alabama kicker Will Reichard becomes NCAA's career scoring leader

Alabama kicker Will Reichard became the NCAA's career scoring leader by kicking a 43-yard field goal in the SEC Championship Game against Georgia on Saturday.

SEC Championship Game Coverage: No. 8 Alabama prepares for No. 1 Georgia

Action 8 Sports Director Lindsey Bonner is talking to Alabama fans and hearing from Coach Nick Saban as the No. 8 Crimson Tide prepares to face No. 1 Georgia in Atlanta.

SEC Championship Game Coverage: Alabama fans flock to SEC Fanfare in Atlanta

Action 8 News is in Atlanta to cover the SEC Championship Game between No. 8 Alabama and No. 1 Georgia. We found plenty of fans who are eager for the game.

Alabama remains No. 8 in College Football Playoff rankings

Alabama's dramatic last-minute Iron Bowl victory over Auburn did nothing to change its No. 8 slot in the College Football Playoff rankings.

SEC Championship Game: No. 1 Georgia, No. 8 Alabama follow different paths

“It should be a lesson for everybody in life: Overcome adversity, man," Alabama head football coach Nick Saban said.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama remains No. 8, even with Iron Bowl win

Alabama remains No. 8 in the latest AP Top 25 College Football Poll, despite its 27-24 win over Auburn in the Iron Bowl and its 8-0 record in the SEC.

Milroe's fourth-and-31 touchdown pass saves No. 8 Alabama in 27-24 win over Auburn

Jalen Milroe and Isaiah Bond rescued No. 8 Alabama's playoff hopes, connecting for a last-minute touchdown on fourth-and-goal from the 31 to beat Auburn 27-24 on Saturday.

Auburn hoping to take out No. 8 Alabama in Iron Bowl at Jordan-Hare Stadium

Auburn relishes the role of possible spoiler to Alabama's hopes of making it to the College Football Playoffs.

No. 8 Alabama carries playoff hopes into Iron Bowl against Auburn

How you fare in the Iron Bowl can determine how a season is remembered at Alabama and Auburn.

Alabama still stuck at No. 8 in College Football Playoff rankings

Alabama's dominating 66-10 win over Chattanooga on Saturday did nothing to affect its standing in the latest College Football Playoff rankings.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama stuck at No. 8 despite changes in top 10

There have been changes in the top 10 of this week's AP Top 25 College Football Poll, but Alabama remains No. 8 despite its dominating 66-10 victory over Chattanooga.

No. 8 Alabama rolls past Chattanooga, 66-10

Alabama won its ninth straight game in a 66-10 rout of the Chattanooga Mocs as it prepares for the Iron Bowl.

Georgia jumps to No. 1 in College Football Playoff rankings; Alabama remains No. 8

Alabama remains No. 8 in the College Football Playoff rankings, despite its dominating win over Kentucky on Saturday.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama stuck at No. 8 despite dominating win over Kentucky

Alabama may have dominated Kentucky and clinched the SEC West, but it didn't change the Crimson Tide's No. 8 position in the AP Top 25 College Football Poll.

Jalen Milroe has 6 touchdowns, No. 8 Alabama blows out Kentucky 49-21 to clinch SEC West title

Jalen Milroe had a career-high six touchdowns, three each rushing and passing, and No. 8 Alabama cruised past Kentucky 49-21 to clinch the Southeastern Conference West Division title.

No. 8 Alabama visits Kentucky looking to clinch SEC West

Alabama can clinch the SEC West with its eighth consecutive win or an Ole Miss loss when the Crimson Tide visits Kentucky.

Deontae Lawson named a Semi-Finalist for the 2023 Butkus Award

Alabama Linebacker, Deontae Lawson, has been named a Semi-Finalist for the 2023 Butkus Award.

College Football Playoff Rankings: Most teams in the same spots, Alabama still No. 8

The top eight teams remained steady in this week's College Football Playoff rankings, with Alabama remaining at No. 8.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama steady at No. 8 after beating LSU

Alabama remains No. 8 in the latest AP Top 25 College Football Poll after its 42-28 victory over LSU Saturday night in Tuscaloosa.

Jalen Milroe leads No. 8 Alabama to 42-28 victory over No. 13 LSU

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe rushed for 155 yards and four touchdowns and passed for another 219 yards to lead No. 8 Alabama to a 42-28 victory over No. 13 LSU Saturday night in Tuscaloosa.

College Football Playoff Rankings: Ohio State No. 1, Alabama No. 8

Ohio State, Georgia, Michigan and Florida State sat atop the season’s first College Football Playoff rankings, with Alabama at No. 8, the same spot it has in this week's AP Top 25 College Football Poll.

Alabama's Jalen Milroe named to the Davey O'Brien Quarterback Class of 2023

Alabama's Jalen Milroe has been named to the Davey O'Brien Quarterback Class of 2023.

Alabama's Kool-Aid McKinstry named a Semi Finalist for Jim Thorpe Award

Alabama Cornerback, Kool-Aid McKinstry, has been named a Semi-Finalist for the 2023 Jim Thorpe Award.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama rises to No. 8 following bye week

Alabama has risen one spot to No. 8 coming off its bye week in the latest AP Top 25 College Football Poll.

No. 24 Alabama turns to transfers and freshmen after stellar season shadowed by controversy

Alabama will find it hard to duplicate last season's run to the No. 1 overall NCAA Tournament seed. The Crimson Tide returns only one starter and three scholarship players from a team that won the Southeastern Conference championship.

Alabama Gymnast earns Olympic Berth

Alabama Gymnast, Luisa Blanco, earns an Olympic Berth with Team Colombia.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama rises to No. 9 after victory against Tennessee

Alabama has returned to the top 10 in the latest AP Top 25 College Football Poll after its 34-20 victory over Tennessee, dominating the Volunteers in the second half.

Milroe, No. 11 Alabama stage huge second-half rally, top No. 17 Tennessee 34-20

Jalen Milroe passed for two touchdowns, Jihaad Campbell returned a fumble for a score in the fourth quarter and No. 11 Alabama uncorked 27 straight second-half points in rallying for a 34-20 victory over No. 17 Tennessee on Saturday.

No. 11 Alabama to host No. 17 Tennessee, seeking revenge from last year's loss in Knoxville

Alabama sits atop the SEC West as the division’s only undefeated team in league play as the Crimson Tide faces Tennessee on Saturday.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama remains No. 11, fifth week of being out of top 10

Alabama held steady at No. 11 after beating Arkansas 24-21, extending its streak of being out of the top 10 in the AP College Football Poll to five weeks.

No. 11 Alabama holds off Arkansas comeback, gets 24-21 homecoming victory

Jalen Milroe passed for two touchdowns and rushed for a third, and No. 11 Alabama survived a second-half Arkansas rally in a 24-21 victory over the Razorbacks at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday.

SEC West leader No. 11 Alabama hosting sliding Arkansas team

Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide want to remain in the driver's seat in the SEC West and keep their national championship hopes alive.

Two Alabama Football Players earn SEC Weekly Honors

Both Alabama's Justin Eboigbe and Will Reichard earn SEC Weekly Honors.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama stays at No. 11 after key victory over Texas A&M

Alabama took control of the SEC West with its 26-20 win over Texas A&M, but it remains at No. 11 in the AP Top 25 College Football Poll.

Jalen Milroe, Jermaine Burton lead No. 11 Alabama past Texas A&M 26-20 to take control of SEC West

Jalen Milroe passed for a career-high 321 yards and Jermaine Burton caught two touchdown passes as No. 11 Alabama beat Texas A&M 26-20 on Saturday to take control of the SEC West.

No. 11 Alabama visits Texas A&M in matchup of 4-1 SEC West teams

The winner of his game will likely gain control of the SEC West, while the loser would be 4-2.

No. 11 Alabama visits Texas A&M with each looking for a leg up in the brutal SEC West

The Texas A&M Aggies insist that they’re treating Saturday’s visit by No. 11 Alabama the same as any other game. Even so, it’s impossible for them to ignore the fact that a win over the Crimson Tide would give them a big push as they aim for their first SEC West title since joining the league in 2012.

Alabama's Caleb Downs named SEC Co- Freshman on the Week

Alabama Defensive Back, Caleb Downs, has been named the SEC Co-Freshman on the Week.

AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Alabama rises another spot to No. 11 after Mississippi State victory

Alabama has risen another spot to No. 11 following the Crimson Tide's 40-17 win over Mississippi State on Saturday night.

No. 12 Alabama beats Mississippi State for 16th straight time, 40-17 in Starkville

Jalen Milroe was efficient at quarterback for No. 12 Alabama and the Crimson Tide scored touchdowns off two first-half interceptions in a 40-17 victory over Mississippi State on Saturday night.

No. 12 Alabama seeks 16th consecutive win over Mississippi State

Alabama can achieve a 2-0 start in Southeastern Conference play with a 16th consecutive series victory over Mississippi State on Saturday.

No. 12 Alabama's defense holding its own while offense struggles. Mississippi State the next foe

Alabama's defense is playing well these days. That fact has been overshadowed by concerns about the struggling offense. The 12th-ranked Crimson Tide has allowed just three points to South Florida and 10 to No. 20 Mississippi since looking vulnerable in a loss to Texas. Alabama is set for another test against Mississippi State and quarterback Will Rogers.

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