Stephen M. Smith

Stories By Stephen M. Smith

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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Kenyan Drake showing signs of leadership entering third season with Dolphins

  It was three springs ago when Kenyan Drake entered the National Football League.  In balancing football with adulthood, Drake recorded three touchdowns as a rookie...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Falcons QB Matt Ryan finding his No. 2 option in rookie Calvin Ridley

  He does not have Julio Jones for organized team activities, but Matt Ryan might have found his number two option for next...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama’s next marquee running back could come from Montgomery area

  One city that Alabama football head coach Nick Saban must keep a firm grip on in recruiting is Montgomery, Ala. With it producing big names like Shaun Dion Hamilton (Carver),...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Shaun Dion Hamilton’s departure to NFL served an ‘eye opening’ notice for Mack Wilson

  Few places have more talent than what’s known as the “Tri-County Area.”  In a region that fits Millbrook, Montgomery, Prattville and...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  UA alumnus, former MSU & NFL coach Sylvester Croom hired to Senior Bowl staff

  His journey to be the best started in Tuscaloosa, Ala., as he was one of the greatest players during the era...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  New Orleans Saints RB Mark Ingram makes first-ever NFL’s Top 100 appearance

  He will face a four-game suspension next season for violating the National Football League’s substance-abuse policy (performance-enhancing drugs), but it does...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama’s Nick Saban talks latest quarterback for 2018 signing class

  With spring meetings occurring this week in Florida for Southeastern Conference coaches, University of Alabama head coach Nick Saban entertained multiple questions on Tuesday – including one...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Julio Jones not leaving Falcons, excited to work with Calvin Ridley

  Well, Atlanta can put the idea of life after Julio Jones on hold after he has confirmed that he is not...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  LeBron James to keep championship tradition going between he and Nick Saban

  Their views on barbershop shows may differ, but there is one thing that Alabama head football coach Nick Saban and LeBron James both...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Former Alabama DB Minkah Fitzpatrick focused on making plays for Dolphins

  When he signed his letter of intent for the University of Alabama in 2015, Minkah Fitzpatrick’s main goals were to be productive and win...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa throws for first time since injuring his hand

  In showing that he is ready for next season, sophomore quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was in California over the weekend at a private camp...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Landon Collins pushing to return for New York Giants’ June minicamp

  While he has not been with the franchise for organized team activities, defensive back Landon Collins has noticed a difference with...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  PODCAST: Alabama-USC rematch set for 2020, Tide lands top-ranked kicker for 2019

  It was a strong news week for the University of Alabama football program, as the Crimson Tide and University of Southern...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Reuben Foster has marijuana charge in Tuscaloosa dropped

  Could this be a sign of him leaving his troubles behind?  Hopefully, it is so for Reuben Foster. After dealing court hearings...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Ronnie Harrison signs four-year contract with Jacksonville Jaguars

  With it starting its second day of organized team activities Thursday, the Jacksonville Jaguars inked its third pick from this year’s...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Domestic violence charges dropped on Reuben Foster, 49ers set to have him rejoin team

  A sigh of relief for Alabama fans and one of the program’s former standouts.  In a domestic violence case that has seen shades...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Confirmed: Rematch between Alabama and USC set for 2020 AdvoCare Classic

  AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas will be rocking as there has been a confirmation between the University of Alabama and University of...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  PODCAST: Predictions for top four College Football Playoff teams in 2018

  The time has come for outlandish predictions, joking fun about football and all the odds makers in Las Vegas to start placing...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama lands 11 on Athlon Sports’ All-SEC team, including six first-team selections

  It’s not waiting on other sports media outlets, as Athlon Sports continues to blaze the offseason conversation with projections that whet...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Tide shoots down Brandon Kennedy’s appeal

  Could Alabama have another Maurice Smith situation on its hands?  Nick Saban would hope not, however, offensive lineman Brandon Kennedy was denied his...

  By Stephen M. Smith