Stephen M. Smith

Stephen Smith is a 2015 graduate of the University of Alabama. He is a senior writer and reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. He has covered Alabama football for 15 years and his knowledge and coverage of the Crimson Tide's program have made him among the most respected journalist in his field. Smith has been featured on ESPN and several other marquee outlets as an analyst.

Stories By Stephen M. Smith

Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Alabama football with nine players of the week

Alabama’s defense limit Texas A&M to 32 rushing yards, a 48.9 percent completion mark and forced four turnovers in a 41-23...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Alabama’s Derrick Henry named SEC Offensive Player of the Week

Alabama running back Derrick Henry earned his second award from the Southeastern Conference Monday morning, as it recognized him for offensive...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

UA’s Tim Williams emerging under coach Tosh Lupoi

He has always been a talented athlete, but at times, it takes a push for Alabama’s outside linebacker Tim Williams to...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

UA’s Minkah Fitzpatrick named Walter Camp National DPOW

Alabama cornerback Minkah Fitzpatrick did something last week that no other Crimson Tide defender had done, return two interceptions for touchdowns.The...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Alabama ranked No. 8 in both Coaches’ and AP Poll

Alabama head coach Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide earned its second statement win Saturday against Texas A&M at Kyle Field....

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

UA’s Eddie Jackson took center stage against Texas A&M

Oh no. The phrase going through the mind of Texas A&M quarterback Kyle Allen after tossing his first interception into the...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Alabama’s Derrick Henry sets new career-high against TAMU

A love and adoration was felt for Mark Ingram, Trent Richardson, Eddie Lacy and T.J. Yeldon, but now Derrick Henry feels...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Alabama’s Jacob Coker continues success on the road

Alabama quarterback Jacob Coker is not flashy, but he does not need to be in order to win. Leadership, toughness and...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

UA’s Minkah Fitzpatrick “instrumental” in win over Texas A&M

New Jersey has given America many comical moments, including the fist pump but it saved a special tribute for Alabama football,...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Alabama tight end O.J. Howard, inside the numbers

Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron stands as the only signal-caller that has seen tight end O.J. Howard reached the end zone. All LSU’s...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

New Orleans’ Mark Ingram powers it to a second home win

Two members from Alabama’s 2008 recruiting class took the field on Thursday Night Football, Julio Jones and Mark Ingram. The latter...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

SEC Nation to cover Alabama-Tennessee game

A homecoming will be in order next week for SEC Network analyst Greg McElroy, as the former Alabama quarterback will travel...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

15 And Counting previews Alabama-TAMU game

Alabama football looks to stay consistent on the road in a top 10 match-up against Texas A&M. CBS Sports will air the contest...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

UA’s Reggie Ragland, Jarran Reed recognized by Bednarik foundation

The awards keep coming for Alabama linebacker Reggie Ragland. He was named the Chuck Bednarik National Defensive Player of the Week Thursday,...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Coach Nick Saban updates the media on QB Blake Barnett

Alabama fans were able to exhale after head coach Nick Saban updated the press on freshman quarterback Blake Barnett during Wednesday...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Keys to victory for Alabama against Texas A&M

Alabama football goes back on this weekend, a friendly scene for this year’s group as it’s 2-0. Its offensive line blocked...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

UA on day three of game planning for Texas A&M

Alabama football was in shoulders pads for practice Wednesday at Thomas-Drew Field. It worked in sunny, 82-degree weather conditions, during its...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Alabama’s Cyrus Jones reflects on his return to Kyle Field

A first kiss, a first love, a first candy bar and the first day of school. People never forget moments like...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Is something affecting Jacob Coker at Bryant-Denny Stadium?

A hostile atmosphere, Kyle Allen’s supporting cast and a dangerous John Chavis defense are three negatives for Alabama heading to College...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 9 years ago

Previewing Texas A&M in its match-up with Alabama

Alabama football will take the road this week, after securing a 27-14 win over Arkansas. Kyle Field at College Station, Texas...

By Stephen M. Smith