Stephen M. Smith

Stories By Stephen M. Smith

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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Alabama defensive coordinator Pete Golding has been nominated for Broyles Award

  Can Alabama have its first defensive coordinator since Kirby Smart (2009) win the Broyles Award? After an announcement on Monday from...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football Headlines

  / 3 years ago

  Auburn message boards reveal some fans believe Alabama benefits from “corrupt” SEC bias

  Alabama football eyes a chance at its eighth Southeastern Conference title under Nick Saban since 2009. It is also in pursuit...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Jameson Williams represents Alabama for Biletnikoff Award as a semifinalist

  As a young man from St. Louis, Mo., Jameson Williams’ story has come full circle. He has been fighting for one...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 3 years ago

  The NFL world reacts to Mac Jones’ stellar performance against the Cleveland Browns

  Nick Saban has produced a quarterback who is the talk of the NFL world right now. Mac Jones is no joke,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 3 years ago

  A wildly unique Alabama connection sequence took place during the Eagles-Broncos game

  Nick Saban runs Alabama football, but one can argue he runs the National Football League too. The professional game is full...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football Headlines

  / 3 years ago

  Alabama will have a new challenge versus Auburn with Bo Nix out

  The annual Iron Bowl is next week, but this game will have a different vibe. Alabama football will face a different...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Georgia is clearly the best team in the country right now: What does Alabama need to do to change that?

  It is usually the measuring stick in college football, but this season has been different for Alabama. Despite its impressive collection...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football Impact Players

  / 3 years ago

  It’s time for Josh Jobe to turn it up a notch as Alabama’s senior statesman in the secondary

  Josh Jobe is a good cornerback for Alabama, but he has the skill set to be better. As a senior leader,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football Headlines

  / 3 years ago

  Could Alabama and Texas swap coaches at the end of the season with Steve Sarkisian’s job in jeopardy?

  The University of Texas has arguably the most impatient football program. With the boosters, financial influencers, power brokers, and oil tycoons,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Arkansas stands in between Alabama and an SEC West crown this week

  Alabama football is one game away from winning the SEC West for a ninth time under Nick Saban. After watching Auburn,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  DeMarcco Hellams gives injury update after going down against New Mexico State

  Nick Saban provided an update on all three injuries Alabama had versus New Mexico State. DeMarcco Hellams, a junior at free...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Alabama defense is coming together and becoming mean at the right time

  Before kickoff against New Mexico State, an Alabama football parent shared a message with me. “Teams that peak late form championships....

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Subscriber

  / 3 years ago

  Alabama shakes up offensive line for matchup against New Mexico State

  Can Alabama football find its identity? Crimson Tide fans will start seeing answers today. People are filing into Bryant-Denny Stadium for...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Time is running out, but can this Alabama football team find an identity?

  It is usually a preseason or an early in the season problem. Alabama football is nine games into the campaign, but...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Nick Saban assesses Bill O’Brien’s job performance amidst fan scrutiny

  Alabama fans have targeted him for criticism, but Nick Saban has no problems with Bill O’Brien. He assessed Alabama’s first-year offensive...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 3 years ago

  Tua Tagovailoa lifts Dolphins to stunning victory over Ravens off the bench

  Miami Dolphin fans believe in Tua Tagovailoa. The supporters in South Florida want him to succeed. After a matchup with the...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Alabama OL Seth McLaughlin has the ‘intangibles’ needed at center, per Nick Saban

  Alabama football has a sophomore ready at center if Darrian Dalcourt (ankle) is out for New Mexico State. Dalcourt, a junior,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 3 years ago

  Nick Saban suggests Jahleel Billingsley’s lack of production is attributed to lack of effort in games

  The tough love continues for Nick Saban to Jahleel Billingsley. It started at Alabama’s preseason camp, but Crimson Tide fans thought...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football Headlines

  / 3 years ago

  “Alabama is not as good as it was in the past,” according to LSU’s Ed Orgeron

  Ed Orgeron is a bold one, regardless of a loss. LSU held Alabama’s offense to 20 points, despite being depleted on...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 3 years ago

  Brian Burns encourages fellow pass rushers ‘happy hunting’ on Mac Jones after ankle twisting incident

  Brian Burns is not on good terms with Mac Jones. In Sunday’s game between the Patriots and Panthers, Burns sacked Jones...

  By Stephen M. Smith