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
/ 10 years ago

Julio Jones—Collecting Recognition

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones is a star in the National Football League. He’s been a consistent play maker, dating...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Eddie Jackson, Fending off competition

2014 was feast or famine for Alabama’s cornerback Eddie Jackson. He made some plays, but struggled against elite competition. His 41...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

2015 NFL Draft, Top 5 free safeties and sleepers

The 2015 NFL Draft will be littered with talent in the secondary. Cornerbacks and strong safeties are important, but the last...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

2015 NFL Draft: Top 5 strong safeties and sleepers

Solid cornerbacks and safeties usually come at a premium, but the 2015 NFL Draft will script a new chapter. Like receivers...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

2015 NFL Draft, Top 10 Running Backs

Tennessee Titans running back Bishop Sankey was the first back taken in the 2014 NFL Draft. He was the 54th overall...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

2015 NFL Draft—Top 10 Quarterbacks

1983 and 2012 were two important years in the NFL Draft. Both showcased much depth and talent at the quarterback position....

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

2015 NFL Draft: Top 10 wide receivers

Fans will gather inside the Auditorium Theatre (Chicago, Ill.) for the 2015 NFL Draft on Apr.30-May 2, 2015. NFL owners, general...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Reuben Foster, Dillon Lee—Who sees more field time in 2015?

2014 saw flashes of potential from Alabama linebackers Reuben Foster and Dillon Lee, yet an injury bug continues to haunt both...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Freddie Roach, Return to Tuscaloosa

Alabama players turned coaches has become a trend in Tuscaloosa. According to numerous media sites, including al.com and 247 sports, former...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

O.J. Howard—A safety valve

A new quarterback will be unveiled at Alabama in 2015. It returns a roster littered with talented receivers, but not a...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Jarran Reed, Anchoring the Line

Alabama returns a solid defensive line next season, despite graduating Brandon Ivory. Defensive tackle Jarran Reed was a huge contributor in...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

STEPHEN’S REPORT: NFL Combine Grades

Landon Collins—Overall [A] Summary: Landon Collins turned heads in 2012 when he chose Alabama over LSU. Three years hasn’t provided a...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

STEPHEN’S REPORT: NFL Combine Grades

Amari Cooper—Overall [A] Summary: Amari Cooper wowed NFL scouts Saturday. He finished among the top 10 in the 40-yard dash, posting...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

T.J. Yeldon, NFL combine breakdown

More work was provided for offensive linemen and tight ends, as Friday witnessed both groups showcase speed in the 40-yard dash....

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Blake Sims, NFL combine breakdown

Sweat was on Thursday’s menu, as offensive linemen and tight ends left everything on the weight bench. Quarterbacks, receivers and running...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Amari Cooper—NFL combine breakdown

NFL scouts, coaches and combine participants are filing into Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., for the 2015 NFL scouting combine....

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Adam Griffith, Gaining consistency

2014 was a roller coaster year for Adam Griffith. The rising junior started the season a perfect 7 for 7 on...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Bo Scarbrough—A push for playing time

Game changing running backs are always needed at the University of Alabama. It returns Kenyan Drake and Derrick Henry, but loses...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Reggie Ragland, A defensive captain

Alabama’s Reggie Ragland exceeded all expectations as an inside linebacker in 2014. The rising senior finished second on the team in...

By Stephen M. Smith
Alabama Football News
/ 10 years ago

Alabama Football—Replacing Xzavier Dickson

It wasn’t dominant, but Alabama’s pass rush improved in 2014. Its defense totaled 32 sacks, after posting 22 in 2013. Three...

By Stephen M. Smith