Stephen M. Smith

Stories By Stephen M. Smith

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  Bryce Young

  / 2 years ago

  Nick Saban hopes Bryce Young is first pick of NFL Draft after Pro Day, compares him to Drew Brees

  Bryce Young turned in a very successful Pro Day at Alabama that included precision passes, interviews with media outlets, and signing...

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  Alabama Football Headlines

  / 2 years ago

  Former Alabama star D.J. Fluker shined at Crimson Tide’s Pro Day

  They came to watch Bryce Young, but NFL teams were captivated by a former All-American at Alabama’s Pro Day. D.J. Fluker...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Will Anderson raves about DeMeco Ryans, Houston Texans at Pro Day

  He checked every box for NFL teams with his game tape and NFL Combine performance. Will Anderson cheered on his Alabama...

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  Bryce Young

  / 2 years ago

  Will Anderson shuts down the Bryce Young height talk at Pro Day

  People should have listened to Will Anderson silence all the talk about Bryce Young’s height at the NFL Combine. The talented...

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  Bryce Young

  / 2 years ago

  Bryce Young takes a selfie with Pete Carroll and Seattle Seahawks

  Bryce Young put on a show at Alabama’s annual Pro Day in Tuscaloosa, Ala. His father, Craig Young, Alabama teammates, several...

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  Alabama NFL Draft Prospects

  / 2 years ago

  Senior Bowl executive predicts NFL Draft status for Alabama OL Tyler Steen

  He needed one season at the University of Alabama to prepare him for the NFL Draft. Tyler Steen arrived to the...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama players with huge chances for reps with guys out in spring

  The quarterback competition at the University of Alabama will be discussed throughout spring practice. However, there are other position battles where...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama OL JC Latham weighs in on new OC Tommy Rees: “I love him a lot.”

  Alabama has a new offensive coordinator, and the players are already buying into him. Tommy Rees, 30, comes over from Notre...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama’s JC Latham on his expectations for this year’s offensive line: “I want us to be ruthless.”

  Alabama head coach Nick Saban told reporters Monday that he ‘loves’ the attitude of this offensive line. They may not have...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  HaHa Clinton-Dix heaps immense praise on Kendrick Blackshire’s “hunger” in spring practice

  He was a highly discussed recruit in 2021, but now he’s ready to show his worth. Kendrick Blackshire was a difference...

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  Alabama NFL Draft Prospects

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama football announces Pro Day itinerary for Thursday

  The annual Pro Day for Alabama football is Thursday. Alabama announced its itinerary for pro day, which starts at 10:30 a.m....

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  Bryce Young

  / 2 years ago

  ESPN’s Marcus Spears says Bryce Young is “clear” favorite for No. 1 overall pick

  We could see four quarterbacks selected in the top 10 of this NFL Draft, but who will go No. 1 overall?...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Mac Jones

  / 2 years ago

  Former Pro Bowl wide receiver “ready to ride” with Mac Jones for Patriots

  The New England Patriots need a No. 1 wide receiver, but its free-agent acquisition is ready to work. JuJu Smith-Schuster, a...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama freshman Earl Little II put in work over spring break in push to start at cornerback

  Alabama has a redshirt freshman who is making a push to start at cornerback. Earl Little II, a native of Fort...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Nick Saban explains why Robert Bala was the right choice for Alabama to coach ILBs

  Pete Golding doubled as Alabama’s inside linebackers coach and defensive coordinator for four seasons (2019-22). He is now with Lane Kiffin...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama’s Travaris Robinson coaching entire secondary this spring

  Pressure and expectations follow assistant coaches of Alabama football. Nick Saban instills a lot of confidence in his assistants, allowing them...

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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 2 years ago

  Former Alabama star O.J. Howard signs with Las Vegas Raiders

  An explosive playmaker in the Nick Saban era of Alabama football is on a new NFL team. O.J. Howard has officially...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Nick Saban details why the hiring of Tommy Rees for offensive coordinator was ‘critical’ for Alabama

  Many fans of Alabama football rolled their eyes in disappointment when the Crimson Tide hired Tommy Rees to replace Bill O’Brien...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Nick Saban’s thoughts on Jalen Milroe and Ty Simpson on day one of Alabama’s spring practice

  Alabama head coach Nick Saban had one message for reporters after Monday’s spring football practice. Everyone wants to talk quarterbacks, especially...

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  Nick Saban

  / 2 years ago

  Nick Saban did not throw Nate Oats under the bus in spring practice opening press conference

  Tensions have been high surrounding the Alabama athletics department since January 15 of this year. For the first time in its...

  By Stephen M. Smith