KEELON RUSSELL #12 - QUARTERBACK - ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE
444  YDS  •
1  TD  •
2  INT 
#12 - QUARTERBACK - ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE
444 YDS
1 TD
2 INT
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Florida State could serve as Keelon Russell's launchpad to ignite Alabama's passing game Alabama's offense has spent the opening weeks of the season answering the questions directly in front of it. The running game needed to show...
18 HOURS AGO • BAMAHAMMER.COM
3 under-the-radar X-Factors for Alabama who could play pivotal roles vs. Florida State Alabama's biggest X-Factor week-by-week right now is the development of sophomore QB Keelon Russell, who is learning on the job and gaining...
1 DAY AGO • BAMAHAMMER.COM
Shaky in first SEC start Russell was 16-for-23 passing for 188 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions during Saturday's 45-17 win over Kentucky. He also had eight rushes for negative nine yards.
Impact After a stellar first career start, Russell hit a bump in the road. Russell opened the game with back-to-back turnovers including a batted pass for a pick-six on Alabama's very first possession. The first half continued to be shaky for Russell as he threw another interception late in the second quarter. Russell settled down a bit as he completed 8-of-12 passes in the second half including all four throws in the fourth quarter.
4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris 'The Bear' Fallica's 2026 College Football Top 10 — Week 3

"The Bear" drops his latest Top 10 rankings now that Week 2 is in the books. Who does he have at No. 1?
4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS
Chris 'The Bear' Fallica's 2026 College Football Top 10 — Week 3

Texas takes No. 1 in the AP Top 25, Oregon falls and Michigan returns

Texas claimed the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 after a historic comeback against Ohio State
4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press
Alabama's RB room has taken Keelon Russell's development personally Daniel Hill has already seen what life looks like in the SEC alongside a first-year starting quarterback when Alabama's running game isn't g...
5 DAYS AGO • BAMAHAMMER.COM
As The Noise Got Louder, Keelon Russell Embraced the Silence The Alabama quarterback overcame three first-half turnovers to guide the Crimson Tide to a 45-17 win over Kentucky.
5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM
Keelon Russell's baptism by fire at Kentucky could be exactly what Alabama needed The best thing that could have happened to Keelon Russell on Saturday was getting baptized by fire. Not because Alabama needed its young qua...
5 DAYS AGO • BAMAHAMMER.COM

No. 12 Alabama overcomes halftime deficit to beat Kentucky 45-17

Keelon Russell threw for 188 yards and a touchdown to help No. 12 Alabama beat Kentucky 45-17 on Saturday in the Southeastern Conference opener for both teams
5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press
Kane Wommack's dominant defense rescued Kalen DeBoer and Alabama against Kentucky It was far from a clean performance for Keelon Russell and the Alabama offense in the sophomore QB's first road start, but one thing is cert...
5 DAYS AGO • BAMAHAMMER.COM
How Alabama's Receivers Are Adjusting To Keelon Russell's Improvisational Skills Alabama's scramble rules need polishing if the offense is going to maximize Russell's potential.
SEPTEMBER 9 • SI.COM

No. 12 Alabama hits the road with hopes of finding more success away from home

Alabama handled life on the road far better in Kalen DeBoer’s second season than his first
SEPTEMBER 9 • Associated Press
Keelon Russell already looks good enough to save Kalen DeBoer's job at Alabama The Alabama Crimson Tide got their expected win over an inferior opponent on Saturday and despite a rather average stat line from quarterbac...
SEPTEMBER 7 • FANSIDED.COM
Big day in starting debut Russell was 18-for-30 passing for 256 yards during Saturday's 48-10 victory against East Carolina. He also had 13 rushes for 86 yards with one touchdown.
Impact Russell made his starting debut on Saturday and impressed against the Group of Five foe. Russell was able to get things going both through the air and with his legs. The true sophomore hit several big throws to get the Tide deep into scoring position despite not throwing for any touchdowns as the ground game punched in all five offensive touchdowns including one from Russell.
SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
What the Film Showed Us in Keelon Russell's First Start A closer look at Alabama's 48-10 season-opening win over East Carolina.
SEPTEMBER 7 • SI.COM
What We Learned from Alabama's Blowout Win over East Carolina: Tide Takeaways Five of the biggest takeaways from the Crimson Tide's dominant win, featuring Keelon Russell's first start and the debut of two freshmen run...
SEPTEMBER 6 • SI.COM
Alabama's 48-point opener reveals fascinating Keelon Russell development | Sporting News Keelon Russell’s first Alabama start revealed a dangerous part of his game that could completely change Kalen DeBoer’s offense this season.
SEPTEMBER 6 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Keelon Russell wasn't perfect, but he flashed his brilliance in first Alabama start While the headline from Keelon Russell’s debut as Alabama’s starting quarterback in the Crimson Tide's 48-10 win over East Carolina was easy...
SEPTEMBER 6 • BAMAHAMMER.COM
Keelon Russell Proves Why He's Alabama Starting QB in Win Over East Carolina The Crimson Tide sophomore's first career start showed poise, instinct and acknowledgement of the areas he needs to improve in.
SEPTEMBER 5 • SI.COM

Keelon Russell shows off dual-threat ability as No. 13 Alabama handles East Carolina 48-10

Keelon Russell accounted for 335 yards and touchdown, and No. 13 Alabama opened the season with a 48-10 victory over East Carolina
SEPTEMBER 5 • Associated Press
Who is Keelon Russell? Meet Alabama's new QB1 replacing Ty Simpson | Sporting News Here's everything to know about the new signal caller in Tuscaloosa.
SEPTEMBER 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Keelon Russell's Leadership, Alabama's Offensive Line and EJ Crowell's Week 1 Usage on The Joe Gaither Show Game week brings clarity as the Crimson Tide closes in on the season opener against East Carolina. | Episode 749
SEPTEMBER 1 • SI.COM
What Alabama Teammates Have Seen from Keelon Russell Since Being Named Starting QB Despite being just a sophomore, the young quarterback has already become one of the team's top leaders.
SEPTEMBER 1 • SI.COM
What A Seafood Dinner Reveals About Keelon Russell A look inside Alabama football's most important relationship.
SEPTEMBER 1 • SI.COM
Everything Kalen DeBoer Said To Kickoff East Carolina Week The Crimson Tide head coach discussed Keelon Russell, the weather and the week ahead, as the program prepares for the 2026 season opener.
AUGUST 31 • SI.COM
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