Alabama QB Coach Drops Truth Bomb on Why Keelon Russell Won Starting Job

Published by HEAVY on August 23, 2026 at 12:35 AM ET

Alabama football’s quarterback competition is officially over, and the Crimson Tide is putting its offense in the hands of sophomore Keelon Russell.After weeks of competition between Russell and veteran Austin Mack, Alabama has named Russell its starting quarterback for the 2026 season. The former five-star recruit will take over as the Crimson Tide’s starter less […] The post Alabama QB Coach Drops Truth Bomb on Why Keelon Russell Won Starting Job appeared first on HEAVY.

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