Stephen M. Smith

Stories By Stephen M. Smith

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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 4 years ago

  Former Tide stars Calvin Ridley and Julio Jones put on a show for the Falcons, despite a loss

  For Alabama fans who support the Atlanta Falcons, the question is when will the franchise get over the hump and become...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Alabama football moves to No. 2 in updated AP Top 25 College Football rankings for 2020

  Action will not begin for the Southeastern Conference in football until Saturday, Sept. 26, but that did not stop the Associated...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 4 years ago

  Josh Jacobs leads Las Vegas Raiders to first win of franchise history over the Panthers

  One of the best moves of Jon Gruden’s coaching career was getting Josh Jacobs. He is one of three first-round running...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  DeMarcco Hellams has experience, but Nick Saban wants more depth at dime for Alabama

  Of the aspects Nick Saban made himself clear on this offseason, creating depth across the board for this year’s Alabama team...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Justin Eboigbe emerging for Alabama, while its young defensive line is making progress

  Raekwon Davis was the lone marquee defensive lineman that Alabama lost to the National Football League. The Crimson Tide returns leadership...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Alabama kicker Will Reichard maintained consistency throughout fall practice

  Alabama fans obviously want balance on offense and improvement on defense; however, the thought of having consistent production in the kicking...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Mac Jones and Bryce Young shined in Alabama’s second scrimmage, both can play winning football

  Is it too early to say Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa part two from the 2017 season? That was the vibe...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Alabama DL Christian Barmore sustains minor knee injury, but nothing significant per Nick Saban

  On Saturday, the University of Alabama football program held its final scrimmage of preseason camp at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Upon the conclusion...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football Podcasts

  / 4 years ago

  WATCH: Bryce Young looks to take a step forward in Alabama’s second scrimmage

  He missed the first scrimmage, but Bryce Young has another opportunity to grab Nick Saban’s attention. Alabama football will be at...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Alabama’s Phidarian Mathis ready to lead a young defensive line

  He was a very talented player from Neville High School in Louisiana, so it was only a matter of time for...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 4 years ago

  Former Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa will be available for Dolphins in its season opener versus the Patriots

  He was named the backup quarterback for the Miami Dolphins, but it is just good to see him play again after...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Alabama RB Brian Robinson Jr. getting evaluated by the Las Vegas Raiders

  As talented as Najee Harris is and as game-changing as Trey Sanders can be, Alabama has another running back who is...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Evan Neal made a smooth transition to right tackle for Alabama; he’s excited about this year’s OL

  For Alabama football, there is a ton of depth and experience on its offensive line. With all the pieces it has,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 4 years ago

  Trevon Diggs has been an ‘impressive rookie’ for the Cowboys, according to Amari Cooper

  As the National Football League starts its season on Thursday night, the Dallas Cowboys will travel to face the Los Angeles...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Mac Jones ‘confident’ in himself to lead Alabama to a CFP national title, talks QB competition

  Should he deliver the University of Alabama to a national championship in college football, Mac Jones would have a nice list...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  WATCH: Najee Harris, Trey Sanders, Jase McClellan and Alabama’s OL at fall practice

  On Wednesday, Alabama football featured its offensive line and running backs in practice. With it second scrimmage this weekend, the Crimson...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Alabama football had six players named to ESPN’s 2020 preseason All-America team

  In a 10-game, conference-only schedule, Alabama football is the program to beat this year. National media pundits are predicting the Crimson...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  Mac Jones is having a ‘really good week’ this week, Alabama’s quarterback room continues to improve

  He is a six-time national champion at head coach, but Nick Saban is moving with urgency this season. His goal is...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 4 years ago

  WATCH: Mac Jones, Bryce Young, Patrick Surtain, LaBryan Ray and others at Alabama’s 14th practice of fall camp

  With its second scrimmage lined up for this weekend, Alabama football continues through week four of fall camp. On Tuesday, Nick...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Nick Saban

  / 4 years ago

  Nick Saban on endorsing a candidate for 2020 Presidential Election: “That is not my place”

  On Tuesday, Nick Saban made it known he is not for politics. As we are gearing up for a college football...

  By Stephen M. Smith