Stories By Stephen M. Smith
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoDont’a Hightower expects an aggressive Patriots defense in 2018
New England was uncharacteristically terrible on defense in 2017 under coordinator Matt Patricia, as opponents were able to run, throw and...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoTrio of former Alabama stars looking to turn things around in Detroit
After seeing Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders captivate fans with his performances for 10 seasons (1989-98) and the franchise...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoC.J. Mosley expecting lucrative contract after 2018 season with Ravens
He is one of few University of Alabama alums participating in organized team activities and it speaks volumes for the Baltimore...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoDerrick Henry flashes hands and route running prowess at Titans OTA’s
Could we see more passes to Derrick Henry in his third NFL season? The possibility is there, especially after watching what Tennessee Titans senior...
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Alabama Football News
/ 8 years agoAlabama needs to consider offering massive in-state defensive tackle for 2019
He may be focused on other recruits at the moment, but it wouldn’t hurt Alabama head coach Nick Saban to at least consider offering a...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoCalvin Ridley records touchdown reception in Falcons’ seventh OTA session
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn did not shy away from showing his excitement toward this year’s rookie class and in Tuesday’s...
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Alabama Football News
/ 8 years agoNFL media analysts impressed with Alabama quarterbacks at Elite 11 pro day
After what he did against Georgia in January and the talent Alabama will have surrounding him in the fall, it is...
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Alabama Football News
/ 8 years agoPODCAST: How Nick Saban, UA will benefit from change to grad transfer rule?
All it took was one sentence from Nick Saban and a vote from the Southeastern Conference’s law-making officials to have an alteration to one...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoWide receiver Cam Sims standing out at Washington Redskins OTA’s
He was one of five guys the University of Alabama placed in the National Football League through undrafted free agency, however, wide...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoNFL Network analyst names Redskins’ Jonathan Allen for breakout star in 2018
While releasing Kirk Cousins for Alex Smith has Washington confident on offense, head coach Jay Gruden also sees some major improvements...
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Alabama Football News
/ 8 years agoBoating fun for Nick Saban, Alabama players goes horribly wrong
It’s not often that one sees college football’s ultimate schemer look helpless, but a comical moment happened Thursday with Alabama head football...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoMiami Dolphins sign first-round safety Minkah Fitzpatrick to four-year deal
Before it takes to minicamp, Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross and general manager Chris Grier took care of serious business on Friday...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoKenyan 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...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoFalcons 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...
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Alabama Football News
/ 8 years agoAlabama’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),...
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Alabama Football News
/ 8 years agoShaun 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
/ 8 years agoUA 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...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoNew 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...
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Alabama Football News
/ 8 years agoAlabama’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...
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Alabama in the Pros
/ 8 years agoJulio 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...
