Stephen M. Smith

Stories By Stephen M. Smith

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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 2 years ago

  Three products of Alabama football have New York Giants in NFL playoffs

  The New York Giants have returned to the NFL playoffs for the first time in seven years. A trio of Alabama...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama brings Sugar Bowl most noon viewers in CFP era since 2014

  The University of Alabama did not make the College Football Playoff, but the Crimson Tide brought the Allstate Sugar Bowl something...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama walk-on long snapper enters NCAA transfer portal

  After a victory in the Allstate Sugar Bowl, Alabama football had a long snapper to enter the NCAA transfer portal. Gabe...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama DB Eli Ricks ready to decide on turning pro or returning to school

  Alabama fans saw Bryce Young, Will Anderson Jr., Jahmyr Gibbs, and Brian Branch declare for the NFL Draft on Monday as...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Will Anderson names several Alabama OLBs he‘s excited to watch in 2023

  Alabama graduates a legendary edge rusher to the upcoming NFL Draft, but Will Anderson is excited about the players that return...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama NFL Draft Prospects

  / 2 years ago

  Will Anderson details why an NFL team should Jahmyr Gibbs

  The families of Bryce Young, Will Anderson Jr., and Jahmyr Gibbs shared tears of joy Monday at the Mal Moore Athletic...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama’s draft-eligible juniors to make decisions to turn pro

  Alabama football ended 2022 and opened 2023 with an Allstate Sugar Bowl victory. After defeating Kansas State, a few draft-eligible juniors...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  JC Latham takes shot at CFP selection committee after Alabama dominates Kansas State

  Alabama football played like a team against Kansas State in the Allstate Sugar Bowl. The Crimson Tide earned a 45-20 victory...

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  Alabama fan reactions

  / 2 years ago

  Tide fans react to Allstate executive’s epic mispronunciation of Alabama during Sugar Bowl trophy presentation

  Alabama football ended 2022 strong with a 45-20 victory over Kansas State in the Allstate Sugar Bowl. An executive for Allstate...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama fan reactions

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama fans sound off on Pete Golding’s play-calling in Sugar Bowl

  Alabama fans are not pleased with Pete Golding right now. The Crimson Tide lead Kansas State at halftime, but the defensive...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama leads K-State in Sugar Bowl, despite poor execution

  Nick Saban needs one of his fiery halftime speeches in the locker room. Alabama has a 21-10 lead over Kansas State...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 2 years ago

  Eagles QB Jalen Hurts now ‘doubtful’ for Sunday’s game against Saints

  Jalen Hurts made great strides for the Philadelphia Eagles in practice this week, but he may not go against the Saints....

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Young players for Alabama getting a chance to shine in Allstate Sugar Bowl

  Alabama football can close this year and open 2023 with confidence if it defeats Kansas State. Caesars Superdome is filled with...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 2 years ago

  Former Alabama DL Quinnen Williams wins MVP honors from New York Jets

  The New York Jets will not make the playoffs for the National Football League, but it had an interesting season. Quinnen...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 2 years ago

  Eagles QB Jalen Hurts looking good in attempt to play Sunday versus Saints

  Nick Sirianni has not decided on who will start at quarterback Sunday for the Philadelphia Eagles against the New Orleans Saints,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Nick Saban

  / 2 years ago

  Paul Finebaum calls Nick Saban’s 2022 coaching job ‘the worst’ of his tenure at Alabama

  Paul Finebaum is now swinging for the fences with his latest take on Nick Saban’s 2022 coaching job at Alabama. The...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Nick Saban says Alabama transfer portal players chose not to play in bowl game

  One reason why Allstate Sugar Bowl prep has been enjoyable for Alabama head coach Nick Saban is the Crimson Tide has...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  Versatile defensive back looked at as Alabama’s unsung hero this year

  NFL Draft pundits were able to pick out several first-round talents from Alabama’s defense in recent years under Nick Saban. Outside...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Nick Saban

  / 2 years ago

  Alabama’s Nick Saban details why Sugar Bowl prep has been most enjoyable

  Is Alabama in a position to gain a convincing win over Kansas State? Coach Nick Saban sounded excited about the Allstate...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 2 years ago

  LOOK: Alabama practice photos from fourth Sugar Bowl session in New Orleans

  Alabama football finished its fourth practice at the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Thursday. Photos are provided via Alabama Athletics.

  By Stephen M. Smith