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Senior Team Writer for BamaOnLine, On3 | Covering Alabama football, men's basketball since 2013 | Contact me: cmpotter6@gmail.com https://www.on3.com/user/charlie-potter/

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What Alabama is doing in fall camp to increase its 2025 sack numbers A major point of emphasis for Alabama is to apply more pressure on the quarterback. Kane Wommack discusses how the Tide plans to do that.

What Alabama is doing in fall camp to increase its 2025 sack numbers

"Fundamentally, we tweaked some things and, schematically, just created some more variance in some of the things that we're doing in passing downs."

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06.08.2025 23:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Everything Kane Wommack said after Alabama's sixth preseason practice Alabama DC Kane Wommack spoke to local reporters after the Crimson Tide's sixth practice of fall camp. Here's everything he said.

Here's everything Kane Wommack said after Alabama's sixth practice of the preseason on Wednesday.

Full transcript + video:

www.on3.com/teams/alabam...

06.08.2025 21:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kane Wommack called this player 'freakiest' on 2025 Alabama team Alabama defensive coordinator Kane Wommack showered edge rusher Qua Russaw with praise after Wednesday’s preseason practice.

Kane Wommack offered some high praise for Alabama LB Qua Russaw

"On a team full of freaky people, Qua is the freakiest."

More on Russaw and the Crimson Tide's Wolf OLBs from Wommack:

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06.08.2025 19:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Practice Report: Takeaways from Alabama's sixth day of fall camp Reporters watched part of Alabama's sixth preseason practice on Wednesday, August 6. Here are Charlie Potter's observations.

Alabama Football Practice Report

Full pads! The Crimson Tide was back on the field for Day 6 of fall camp, and reporters observed a few periods Wednesday morning.

Here are some of my takeaways:

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06.08.2025 19:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Conor Talty ready to take over Alabama placekicking duties: 'My confidence has never been higher' Talty looks to use what he learned from Will Reichard, as he is expected to take over Alabama’s placekicking duties for the 2025 season.

From learning behind Will Reichard to having a 'great' 2025 offseason, Conor Talty details why he is ready to handle Alabama's placekicking.

"My confidence has never been higher, and I'm so excited to just get out there and let it rip."

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06.08.2025 13:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Everything Ryan Grubb said after Alabama's fifth preseason practice Alabama OC Ryan Grubb spoke to local reporters after the Crimson Tide's fifth practice of fall camp. Here's everything he said.

Here's everything OC Ryan Grubb said after Alabama's fifth day of preseason practice on Tuesday.

Full transcript + video:

www.on3.com/teams/alabam...

06.08.2025 02:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How many running backs does Alabama OC Ryan Grubb expect to use in 2025? Ryan Grubb shares his thoughts on Alabama's running back room, including how many players he expects to use at that position this fall.

Alabama OC Ryan Grubb talks all things running backs, including the number he expects to use this fall.

"I think that you normally are going into almost any game thinking there's at least three guys that are gonna get considerable reps."

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06.08.2025 01:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ryan Grubb updates progress, snap plan for Alabama QBs to start Week 2 of camp Alabama offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb shares the latest on the Crimson Tide's quarterback competition after fall camp practice No. 5.

Ryan Grubb updates the progress and snap plan for Alabama QBs to start Week 2 of preseason camp.

"All the guys have been getting ones, twos and threes, with the exception of Ty. He's the only guy that's not taking any three reps."

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05.08.2025 20:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Practice Report: Takeaways from Alabama's fifth day of fall camp Reporters watched part of Alabama's fifth preseason practice on Tuesday, August 5. Here are Charlie Potter's observations.

Alabama Football Practice Report

After an off day, the Crimson Tide was back on the field for Day 5 of camp, and reporters observed a few periods on Tuesday morning.

Here are some of my takeaways:

www.on3.com/teams/alabam...

05.08.2025 20:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A more mature James Smith looking to build off strong bowl performance ahead of Year 3 Smith, a former 5-star recruit, has a prime opportunity in front of him to take on a larger role with the Alabama defense as a junior.

A more mature James Smith looks to build off his bowl performance ahead of a big Year 3 at Alabama.

"I started to figure out what was going on. The game started to really slow down for me."

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05.08.2025 13:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Special teams coordinator breaks down Alabama specialist position battles BamaOnLine spoke to Alabama special teams coordinator Jay Nunez for an update on the Crimson Tide's special teams ahead of the 2025 season.

Coordinator Jay Nunez covers all things special teams with BOL at Alabama Football's Media Day.

- Conor Talty's progress
- Punter competition
- Long snapper candidates
- Replacing Ouzts as protector
- Kick/punt return options

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04.08.2025 23:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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David Ballou 'immediately, emphatically' challenged Alabama players after 2024 season Alabama director of sports performance David Ballou didn’t waste any time after the 2024 season ended with a disappointing thud.

Alabama S&C coach David Ballou 'emphatically' challenged players immediately after the '24 season.

"There were results from last year that were unacceptable. Honestly, to this day, when you wake up, it still pisses you off. So that's how we train."

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04.08.2025 22:50 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Domani Jackson update: Alabama CB back to '100%' after missing spring Jackson battled injuries early in his career at USC before transferring to Alabama, but ahead of his final season, he's back to full strength.

After missing the spring, Domani Jackson said he is back to '100%' for Alabama's preseason camp.

"It's the best I've been in all my college years, my last four years. I feel great, and I'm ready to go."

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04.08.2025 20:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kalen DeBoer addresses movement at offensive guard early in Alabama camp Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer offers the latest on both guard spots occupied by Jaeden Roberts, Kam Dewberry and Geno VanDeMark.

Alabama's Kalen DeBoer breaks down the movement at offensive guard early in preseason camp.

Latest on Kam Dewberry, Jaeden Roberts and Geno VanDeMark:

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04.08.2025 03:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Everything Kalen DeBoer said after Alabama's fourth preseason practice Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer spoke to local reporters after the Crimson Tide's fourth practice of fall camp. Here's everything he said.

Here's everything Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer said after the fourth practice of fall camp on Sunday.

"Just challenging the guys, competitive stamina, the physical, the mental piece of it, and I really like how they were able to sustain the energy."

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04.08.2025 00:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What Kalen DeBoer saw from Alabama QBs after first four practices Alabama has now been through four preseason practices, and after the latest workout Sunday, Kalen DeBoer assessed what he’s seen from the QBs.

What Kalen DeBoer has seen from Alabama QBs after four practices

"I thought the last two practices, those near misses, have now been completions. ... The plays are getting drawn up, and there's execution at a high level."

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03.08.2025 20:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lotzeir Brooks injury update: Latest on sidelined Alabama freshman WR Brooks has been sidelined for the past two days of preseason practice. Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer was asked about the freshman.

Good news on Lotzeir Brooks.

"It won't be anything long-term or anything like that," DeBoer said.

Latest on Alabama freshman WR, who's been sidelined the last two days of preseason football camp:

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03.08.2025 19:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Practice Report: Takeaways from Alabama's fourth day of fall camp Reporters watched part of Alabama's fourth preseason practice on Sunday, August 3. Here are Charlie Potter's observations.

Alabama Football Practice Report

The Crimson Tide held its fourth preseason practice this morning, and reporters were permitted to observe three periods of Day 4.

Here are some of my takeaways:

www.on3.com/teams/alabam...

03.08.2025 19:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why one Alabama DB enjoys facing more than one QB in practice Until Alabama names a starter, safety Keon Sabb will continue to enjoy facing all three quarterbacks during preseason practices.

Why Alabama safety Keon Sabb enjoys practicing vs. multiple QBs

"When you have one starting quarterback, you kinda get used to what looks he's giving out. … With the different guys back there, it gives us a different challenge."

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03.08.2025 16:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alabama DC Kane Wommack discusses Week 1 reunion with Gus Malzahn When Wommack's defense takes the field at FSU, it will be to face an opposing offensive coordinator the Tide assistant is familiar with.

Alabama's Week 1 matchup with Florida State will pit Tide DC Kane Wommack against a familiar foe, new Seminoles OC Gus Malzahn.

"My dad and Gus have been really close for years. ... And then he was our OC at Arkansas my sophomore year there."

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03.08.2025 16:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Everything Kane Wommack said after Alabama's third preseason practice Alabama DC Kane Wommack spoke to local reporters after the Crimson Tide's third practice of fall camp. Here's everything he said.

Here's everything Kane Wommack said after Alabama's third practice of preseason camp on Saturday.

Full transcript + video:

www.on3.com/teams/alabam...

03.08.2025 15:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alabama DC Kane Wommack updates preseason position battle at Husky The Husky, or nickel defensive back, is one of the lone positions without a clear starter ahead of the fast-approaching 2025 season.

Alabama DC Kane Wommack on where things stand with the Husky battle after Day 3 of training camp

"I think we've got a number of guys that seem to be doing a really good job right now. ... I really like the competition in the room."

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03.08.2025 02:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Keon Sabb update: Alabama DB offers latest on recovery from injury After missing the final six games of Alabama’s 2024 season because of an injury, is safety Keon Sabb close to 100 percent health?

Keon Sabb update: Alabama DB gives the latest on injury recovery

"I'm feeling really good. Jeff Allen and Coach Ballou did a great job getting me ready for the season. And I think I'm really close, I'm really getting there."

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02.08.2025 22:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Practice Report: Takeaways from Alabama's third day of fall camp Reporters watched part of Alabama's third preseason practice on Saturday, August 2. Here are Charlie Potter's observations.

Alabama Football Practice Report

The Crimson Tide was back on the field for preseason practice No. 3 today, and reporters were allowed inside and watched a few periods.

Here are some of my takeaways:

www.on3.com/teams/alabam...

02.08.2025 20:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Germie Bernard setting the tone as a leader in Alabama WR room Bernard is viewed as one of the top leaders on the offensive side of the ball for Alabama, and the senior has found himself speaking up more.

Germie Bernard setting the tone as a leader in the Alabama WR room

"We have a standard that's set in guys that came before us, like Julio, Jerry Jeudy, Calvin Ridley. ... I know what it's going to take and just trying to bring the younger guys along."

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01.08.2025 23:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Senior WR thinks Alabama has 'the best DB room in the country' Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard believes the defensive backs he faces every day in practice are the best in the entire nation.

Alabama WR Germie Bernard says 'the best defensive back room in the country' resides in Tuscaloosa.

"Going against the best every single day, you have to find new ways to get open, new schemes. It's been great."

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01.08.2025 13:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Germie Bernard 'excited' about depth of 2025 Alabama receiving corps Alabama senior wide receiver Germie Bernard like the potential of his position group as the Crimson Tide begins preseason practice.

Germie Bernard 'excited' about the depth of Alabama's 2025 WR unit

"I think that we can really trust everybody in our room to execute.

"We have a lot of talent in our room, and so I'm excited for us to spread the ball around, man."

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01.08.2025 00:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Everything Ryan Grubb said after Alabama's second preseason practice Alabama OC Ryan Grubb spoke to local reporters after the Crimson Tide's second practice of fall camp. Here's everything he said.

Here's everything OC Ryan Grubb said after #Alabama's second day of preseason camp on Thursday.

Full transcript + video:

www.on3.com/teams/alabam...

31.07.2025 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ryan Grubb breaks down all three Alabama QBs, including who has best 'command' Alabama offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb discussed all three quarterbacks after the Crimson Tide's second preseason practice on July 31.

Ryan Grubb breaks down all three Alabama QBs, including who had the best "command" on Thursday.

"I think that right now, Ty, he's continuing to show a ton of command. ... He continues to progress as a leader."

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31.07.2025 20:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ahead of potential breakout year, Rico Scott ran Alabama's fastest summer speed Scott is one of the fastest players on Alabama’s 2025 team, as he was clocked with the fastest speed during the Tide’s offseason training.

Ahead of potential breakout year, Rico Scott ran #Alabama's fastest summer speed at 23.5 MPH. πŸ‘€

"One of our fastest guys on the team. Super physical player, willing to run through people. ... He's gonna be a presence this year."

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31.07.2025 19:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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