Stephen M. Smith

Stories By Stephen M. Smith

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Defensive back Levi Wallace continues to grow as Alabama enters SEC schedule

  After collecting his first interception against Florida State, Levi Wallace is growing in confidence as Alabama now faces Vanderbilt to begin its Southeastern Conference...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama names 10 players of the week, following win over Colorado State

  Colorado State made a surge in the second half, but the University of Alabama football program emerged with a 41-23 win...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Wide receiver Robert Foster emerging as Alabama’s No. 2 offensive weapon

  After the adversity he’s faced since 2015, Robert Foster had a moment of celebration last week versus Colorado State as Alabama fans witnessed...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Tracking dominant performances from ex-Tide standouts in Sunday’s NFL games

  Week two of the NFL season started Thursday of last week, but Sunday’s matchups featured a multitude of dominant performances from some...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Calvin Ridley’s performance versus CSU advances him in school record book

  Former Alabama receiver Amari Cooper was not joking when he told the cast of ESPN’s First Take that Calvin Ridley would be special....

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  Stephen's Report

  / 7 years ago

  Three important takeaways from Alabama’s matchup with Colorado State

  Alabama football ended its first stretch of home games this season with victories over Fresno State and Colorado State, despite both...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama tight end could possibly miss remainder of season due to knee injury

  TUSCALOOSA, Ala.– With suffering the season-ending losses of linebackers Christian Miller and Terrell Lewis, Alabama couldn’t afford another medical mishap – especially on offense. ...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Vanderbilt defensive lineman calls out Alabama for this week’s matchup

  Senior defensive lineman Nifae Lealao has taken on the personality of his head coach at Vanderbilt University, Derek Mason. During Southeastern Conference media days...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football Live Updates

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama leads Colorado State at halftime, despite struggles on defense

  TUSCALOOSA, Ala.– Sophomore quarterback Jalen Hurts picked up where he left off last week with efficiency in both the passing and rushing...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Kareem Jackson anchors Texans’ defense to bounce back win over Bengals

  Now in his eighth season, Kareem Jackson has become one of the leaders on defense for the Houston Texans. Even though his six...

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  Stephen's Report

  / 7 years ago

  Four Tide players to benefit from this week’s matchup versus Colorado State

  Colorado State is the second of a back-to-back home stretch for the University of Alabama football program at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Head...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 7 years ago

  Ravens LB Tim Williams absent from practice

  Baltimore Ravens linebacker Tim Williams did not dress out on Sunday during a 20-0 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Nick Saban, Alabama refuses to overload JK Scott; calls him a ‘tireless worker’

  One can’t blame JK Scott for being eager.  The senior from Denver, Colo., wants to punt, be the holder on field goal...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama’s Raekwon Davis still learning ins and outs of defensive system

  Raekwon Davis could not wait to dance after he burst through a pair of Florida State offensive linemen in his pursuit...

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  Nick Saban

  / 7 years ago

  Nick Saban pays homage to teachers, says he remembers those that impacted him

  All the barking he does on Saturdays in the fall or every day in practice is for a reason.   Whether it...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Stephen's Report

  / 7 years ago

  Alabama linebacker Keith Holcombe getting opportunities to shine on defense

  When one buys into Nick Saban, earns the adoration of teammates and plays with a sense of urgency, an opportunity to start...

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  Alabama Football Impact Players

  / 7 years ago

  Breaking down Colorado State’s impact players for this week vs. Alabama

  From being an offensive coordinator at the University of Georgia to entering his third year as a head coach, Mike Bobo is continuing to...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Time, network announced for Alabama-Vanderbilt game

  Both the time and network for Alabama’s Southeastern Conference opener is in place.  Head coach Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide will travel...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 7 years ago

  Nick Saban goes inside Alabama’s development of CB Anthony Averett

  Senior defensive back Tony Brown is usually the first to celebrate when Minkah Fitzpatrick, Ronnie Harrison, Hootie Jones or any other member of...

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  Alabama Football Live Updates

  / 7 years ago

  Nick Saban calls out reporters for over criticizing Jalen Hurts’ passing prowess

  He respects the profession of journalists, but Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will always come to the aid of his players. During...

  By Stephen M. Smith