Stephen M. Smith

Stories By Stephen M. Smith

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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Former Alabama tight end O.J. Howard signs endorsement contract with Nike

  Let the boss moves begin. After a marquee career at the University of Alabama and a good showing at the NFL...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Alabama football: DB Tony Brown pursues starting role for next season

  One of Alabama’s defensive stars can leave it all on the field in the upcoming season. When he returned to the...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  SEC News

  / 8 years ago

  SEC Football: Top five wide receivers, honorable mentions for 2017 season

  When one thinks of talented positions that the Southeastern Conference has to offer, its mind immediately goes to running back, linebacker,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Former Alabama safety Geno Matias-Smith returns to program as off-field analyst

  Whether he’s referred to as Geno Smith or Geno Matias-Smith, the ex-University of Alabama standout returns to Tuscaloosa in an off-field role...

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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Inclement weather forces Tide indoors for third spring practice

  TUSCALOOSA, Ala.– With rain dominating Saturday’s forecast, Alabama football head coach Nick Saban moved the team’s third spring practice session indoors....

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Nick Saban on Tide’s D-Line for next season: “I don’t compare anything to anything”

  Next man up is a popular phrase in Tuscaloosa, Ala., however, it becomes difficult to expect that in football when one...

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  Alabama Football Live Updates

  / 8 years ago

  Alabama’s Minkah Fitzpatrick “excited” about returning to cornerback

  Versatility birthed Minkah Fitzpatrick into a star during his first two years at Alabama. In lining up at both star and safety...

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  Alabama Football Impact Players

  / 8 years ago

  Nick Saban names OL Lester Cotton as possible option at right guard

  Alabama football returns three starters from last year’s offensive line – Bradley Bozeman, Ross Pierschbacher and Jonah Williams – yet it...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Saban firm on Jalen Hurts at QB; says Tua Tagovailoa, Mac Jones are backups

  For the first time since AJ McCarron (2012-13), Alabama football returns a starter at quarterback. During Tuesday’s practice, there was only...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football Live Updates

  / 8 years ago

  Nick Saban updates status on Bo Scarbrough, Shaun Dion Hamilton

  TUSCALOOSA, Ala.– While the majority of Alabama players fully participated in Tuesday’s debut of spring practice, the Tide had a couple...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Nick Saban

  / 8 years ago

  Nick Saban spurns reporter concerning Alabama’s offensive philosophy for 2017

  TUSCALOOSA, Ala.– After spending two hours with his players and coaching staff in roughly 90-degree weather, Alabama head coach Nick Saban...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Nick Saban, Alabama kicks off 2017 spring football practice

  With media personnel flooding the door and the scattering of rosters, head coach Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide are...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 8 years ago

  Amari Cooper gives back to his mother, repays her with dream house and car

  At Alabama, Amari Cooper was a quiet assassin. His hands, speed, route running prowess and knowledge of defenses gave opposition countless nightmares,...

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  Alabama NFL Draft Prospects

  / 8 years ago

  Former Alabama linebacker Reuben Foster meets with Chicago Bears

  If Chicago lands him, the NFL Draft could get interesting. Despite listing secondary help as its lone top need on defense,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Alabama football: Three reasons why WR Robert Foster will breakout in 2017

  If we discuss solely academics, then the University of Alabama is the Capstone for higher education. On the football field, however,...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Alabama football: Top five toughest games for Crimson Tide entering 2017 season

  The first whistle from strength coach Scott Cochran and teachable moments from head coach Nick Saban will start next Tuesday, as...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Former Alabama linebacker, NFL prospect Tim Williams now a father

  More motivation for the Alabama standout edge rusher. Tim Williams wreaked havoc for the Crimson Tide on the gridiron and posted...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 8 years ago

  Seahawks’ veteran predicts huge sophomore year for ex-Alabama DT Jarran Reed

  Michael Bennett already plays with some natural headhunters on the Seattle Seahawks, but the next up and comer he mentioned to...

  By Stephen M. Smith
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  Alabama Football News

  / 8 years ago

  Alabama football getting its motivation for 2017 from graveyard site

  Of course, this means war. Hell hath no fury like an Alabama football team under head coach Nick Saban that did not...

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  Alabama in the Pros

  / 8 years ago

  Pete Carroll, Seattle Seahawks not concerned about Eddie Lacy’s weight

  Pete Carroll is one of few head coaches to achieve success at both the collegiate and professional level. For those who...

  By Stephen M. Smith