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

Texas A&M QB Kyle Allen eyes New York, but must beat Alabama

Garbage time was all Kyle Allen saw last season for Texas A&M as a true freshman against Alabama. A poor snap...

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

Quick Hits: Alabama begins game prep for Texas A&M

Alabama football returned to practice Monday after defeating Arkansas last week 27-14. The team practiced in shorts and helmets enduring sunny, 82-degree weather...

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

Cardinals’ DB Rashad Johnson held his own against Detriot

Walk-ons are never guaranteed an opportunity, but some take it with gratitude and develop into greatness. Former Alabama safety Rashad Johnson...

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

UA’s Reggie Ragland earns SEC player of the week honors

Alabama’s senior inside linebacker Reggie Ragland had a proud moment to start the week. He was named defensive player of the...

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

Alabama’s Nick Saban names seven for player of the week

Alabama secured its homecoming last week with a 27-14 win over Arkansas. It now turns its attention to this week, as...

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

Cowboys’ LB Rolando McClain back to work from suspension

Former Alabama linebacker Rolando McClain was one of the more decorative players to come from head coach Nick Saban. He missed...

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

A quality performance from JK Scott against Arkansas

Alabama sophomore punter JK Scott resurfaced Saturday night against Arkansas. Scott was critical in the Crimson Tide’s 27-14 win, as he averaged...

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

Falcons’ WR Julio Jones instrumental in a win over Washington

Atlanta’s star wide receiver Julio Jones was “questionable” for Sunday’s game against Washington, due to a hamstring and toe injury. Fantasy...

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

Alabama’s Reggie Ragland got the SEC’s attention against Arkansas

Sheer terror. It was the emotion felt by Arkansas’ quarterback Brandon Allen each time he was greeted by No. 19 in...

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

UA’s Derrick Henry moves into the record books

Alabama’s offensive line blocked for one rushing touchdown Saturday night against Arkansas, but it was one for the record books. Junior...

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

Coaches’ Poll released, Alabama at No. 9

We have reached the halfway mark of the college football season. Wins are important, but impressive wins will be what swoons...

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

Alabama defeated Arkansas, Calvin Ridley provided the spark

The suspense is over. Alabama’s Calvin Ridley is the real deal. He returned to Bryant-Denny Stadium last week, after posting his...

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

Recapping Alabama-Arkansas game

It was not the All-American homecoming that Alabama fans wanted, but the Crimson Tide got it done Saturday night against Arkansas...

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

Arkansas’ Brandon Allen cannot be mediocre against Alabama

Mediocrity at the quarterback position does not stand a chance against Alabama’s defense. Georgia recognized it last week, as signal callers...

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

Alabama players to watch for in Week 5 of the NFL

The National Football League is starting to heat up as we enter week five of the regular season. Six teams remain...

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

Texans’ CB Kareem Jackson “solid” despite a loss to Indianapolis

Kareem Jackson made a name for himself at Alabama as a lockdown coverage cornerback from 2007-09. The former Crimson Tide standout...

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

15 And Counting previews Alabama-Arkansas game

Alabama head coach Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide will try to earn its fifth win of the season against Arkansas....

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

Alabama’s JK Scott needing to find consistency

Preseason hype can make or break players depending on how it is handled. Auburn has learned it first-hand with quarterback Jeremy...

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

Razorbacks’ Alex Collins eyes a moment for leadership

Arkansas, like South Carolina and Tennessee, finished last season strong at 7-6. The Razorbacks ripped off shutout victories over Mississippi and LSU,...

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

Tennessee Vols dismiss star WR Alton “Pig” Howard

Tennessee was thought to be the surprise team of the Southeastern Conference, especially after it finished last season at 7-6. Tough...

By Stephen M. Smith