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

Press box or Field: Which area best suits an offensive coordinator?

Head coaches attract a lot of attention, but the chess game in football starts with the coordinators. Whether its offense or...

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

STEPHEN’S REPORT: Focusing on the Performance of the Players

Running Backs—Overall [A] T. J. Yeldon [A] – T.J. Yeldon took heed to running backs’ coach Burton Burns and held the...

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

Jacob Coker vs. Clint Trickett: Who got the better deal?

Everyone wants the bigger, better deal. Whether it’s Nike vs. Adidas, Coke vs. Pepsi, or even McDonald’s vs. Burger King, people...

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

STEPHEN’S REPORT: Alabama vs. West Virginia Preview

The wait is over. College football returns to primetime Thursday, and despite the Texas A&M vs. South Carolina matchup, Alabama fans...

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

Alabama Crimson Tide: Which defensive back has a breakout season in 2014?

Physicality is the lone word that Nick Saban and defensive coordinator Kirby Smart have emphasized this offseason. Saban and company want...

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

Alabama Football: Five toughest games in 2014

10 days separate us from college football. Analysts have made bold predictions and the coaches’ poll has released its preseason top...

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

STEPHEN’S REPORT: Recapping Alabama’s Second Scrimmage

It’s always two sides to every story. The first scrimmage resulted in seeing a drenched Nick Saban at the podium. To...

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

Alabama Football: Four reasons why Blake Sims should start at quarterback in 2014

Since 2011, Alabama has had a set player at the quarterback position. As a three-year starter, AJ McCarron exuded toughness, confidence...

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

Alabama Football: Don’t sleep on Kenyan Drake

Alabama has a stable of running backs returning in 2014, but T.J. Yeldon and Derrick Henry are the lone two that...

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

Alabama Football: Who should be cross-trained for inside linebacker?

Football is all about depth. We know what to expect from players one through 22, but a “we” mentality and a...

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

Alabama Football: Which players are on award lists in 2014?

Postseason success is better than preseason hype; however, it’s beneficial for players to have a barometer of how good they can...

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

Stephen’s Report: Scrimmage Recap

After a full week of practice, Alabama had its first scrimmage game Saturday inside Bryant-Denny Stadium at 2:30 p.m. Supporting its...

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

Top 10 Freshmen: Who to watch in 2014?

Starting true freshman provides a double-edged sword at any sport, but especially in college football. In recent years, freshmen were expected...

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

Alabama Crimson Tide: Fan Day Recap

Mother nature couldn’t keep Crimson Tide fans from stockpiling into Bryant-Denny Stadium Sunday for Alabama’s annual Football Fan Day. Fans from...

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

Sarah Patterson: End of an Era

Draped in houndstooth apparel, mixed emotions swirled in Tuscaloosa when Sarah Patterson announced her retirement from Alabama Gymnastics on July 16,...

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

Paul Bryant and Nick Saban: What made them special?

Technology evolves and seasons change, but the mark of a legendary coach remains the same. As a rookie, one is consumed...

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

Alabama Crimson Tide: Which young receiver will emerge in 2014?

It’s good to have a talented arm and exceptional footwork in the pocket, but what makes a quarterback successful is when...

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

Alabama Crimson Tide: Top 10 Return Specialist of All-Time

Quarterbacks and Running backs are great, but special teams set the tone in football games. A return specialist is the first...

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

Alabama Crimson Tide: Top 5 Full Backs of All-Time

Like offensive linemen, fullbacks don’t receive a lot of recognition from the press. Many of them aren’t awarded the ball often,...

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

2014 SEC Media Days: Auburn and Florida

Instead of coaches and players, the 2014 Southeastern Conference Media Days started with four iconic figures of American society. Commissioner Mike...

By Stephen M. Smith