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Alabama football’s return to THE STANDARD may depend on one thing more than fans realize — the pass rush. For years, Alabama defenses were built around fear, disruption, physicality, and relentless pressure on opposing quarterbacks. From dominant edge rushers to game-wrecking defensive fronts, the Crimson Tide’s ability to create havoc was a defining trait of championship football in Tuscaloosa. B...

🚨RECORDED LIVE 🚨The crew at Waaaay Offsides is going LIVE to break down the BIGGEST missing ingredients keeping University of Alabama Football from reaching its full potential in 2026. Can the Crimson Tide defense carry this team back to the College Football Playoff? And should the offense adopt the same physical, relentless mentality? We’re diving deep into:🔥 Why Alabama’s defense could be eli...

"We tell them not to come." - Courtney Morgan, Alabama Football GMKalen DeBoer and the staff in Tuscaloosa aren't playing around with recruits when it comes to negotiating NIL deals at Alabama. Recently, Courtney Morgan told ESPN that he has no problem cancelling a recruits visit if they can't come to an agreement. He even hints at a high profile high school recruit who Alabama t...

Alabama fans are starting to feel something they haven't felt in a long time…The anticipation surrounding Keelon Russell is growing inside the Alabama football world — and for many Crimson Tide fans, the feeling is oddly familiar. Not because Keelon Russell is Tua Tagovailoa. Not because Alabama should expect another Tua. But because the buzz, the excitement, the quarterback intrigue, and the...

An anonymous coach just took shots at Alabama football… and Alabama fans are definitely going to have opinions about this one. Is the criticism fair? Is this rival coach gamesmanship? Or is Alabama becoming an easy target during the transition into the Kalen DeBoer era?

🚨 Alabama Football’s Offensive Identity Is Changing… And The Stats Prove It. Will Alabama football be a pass-first team in 2026 under Kalen DeBoer? The numbers from every major coaching stop suggest the answer is YES.

🚨 Is Alabama Football Losing Ground in the 2027 Recruiting Cycle? Alabama Fans Are Starting To Worry…Alabama football recruiting has always operated at an elite level — especially in the trenches. But as the 2027 recruiting cycle heats up, some Alabama fans are growing concerned about the Crimson Tide’s lack of traction with several top-tier offensive line recruits.

The Alabama defense isn’t just trying to improve in 2026… it’s chasing THE STANDARD.Could Alabama Football finally be rebuilding the elite defensive identity that made the Crimson Tide feared across college football? In this video, we break down why Alabama’s 2026 defense feels different, how the talent pipeline is evolving under Kalen DeBoer, and what must happen for this defense to become a true...

Is Alabama Football about to unleash the most dangerous offense of the Kalen DeBoer era?! 👀 In this video, we project Alabama’s 2026 offense position-by-position — including the shocking quarterback prediction that could completely change the future of the Crimson Tide. Will Austin Mack hold off superstar freshman Keelon Russell in Alabama’s quarterback battle? Could Keelon Russell become the nex...

Alabama Head Coach Kalen DeBoer isn’t shying away from bringing the Standard back to one of the most historically elite programs in college football….can he do it?!Live on Thursday, May 14th - we’re taking a high energy approach to all the trending topics in College Football this week! Ole Miss racist? Steve Sarkisian hates basket weaving? Amari Allen gives the NBA an ultimatum Bama’s scorching op...

Kalen DeBoer still hasn’t named Alabama Football’s starting quarterback… and that says EVERYTHING about this battle between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell 👀In this video, we break down the REAL reason DeBoer refuses to make a decision, why Austin Mack’s experience in the system matters so much, and why Keelon Russell’s elite upside may be impossible to keep off the field.

Which transfer portal additions are the most important for Alabama Football in 2026?With a ton of new names and faces taking the field in Bryant Denny Stadium, Alabama turns to acquired help via the College Football Transfer Portal. Kalen Deboer, Ryan Gubb, Kane Wommack and new OL coach Adrian Klemm look to gusy such as Devan Thompkins, the DL hybrid transfer from USC, Caleb Woodson, the high prof...

Alabama Recruiting is starting to trend up with a lot of work left to do. Who is still on the big board and will the Tide finish with another top five class? Bama 247's Brett Greenberg joins us to talk trending recruits - including a few names you may not know! Doesn't matter if it's five star guys or diamonds in the rough - Kalen DeBoer and coming are out on the road bringing in futur...

Did you catch this during Alabama Football's annual A-Day game? Players like Keelon Russell and Jett Thomalla were wearing a reminder of the Crimson Tide's embarrassing Rose Bowl loss to the eventual National Champion Indiana Hoosiers. Does this signal a return to old-school mentality that we used to see under Nick Saban? Is Kalen DeBoer adapting to the high expectations that come with los...

Alabama Football may be targeting one of the most important linebacker fits in the entire 2026 recruiting class — and Kenneth Simon II looks BUILT for the future of modern SEC defense. In today’s video, we break down exactly why Kenneth Simon II is generating major buzz with the Crimson Tide, how he fits into Kane Wommack’s defensive system, and why Alabama may view him as a true three-down lineba...

Alabama Football fans are expecting a much improved run game in 2026 - and for good reason. Following an embarrassing year, they want to see the Tide get back to the days of old. Under Nick Saban - Alabama's rushing attack had no problem producing in crucial college football moments, however it's been lacking big time since Kalen Deboer and Ryan Grubb has taken over. Long gone are the days...

Alabama Football is in a weird place - catching a ton a strays from the college football media. But - the normal haters are gonna do that - just hate, and Joel Klatt is no different. Klatt recently joined the boys at Next Round and gave his misguided thoughts on why he's still concerned about Alabama and Kalen DeBoer headed into the 2026 college football season. Although he's technically r...

Alabama Football is entering a NEW era — and the road back to THE BAMA STANDARD starts on DEFENSE. Since the retirement of legendary Head Coach Nick Saban, the Crimson Tide has been searching for the next dominant identity on the defensive side of the ball. Under Defensive Coordinator Kane Wommack, Alabama’s defense has shown flashes of becoming one of the most physical, aggressive, and versatile...

Alabama Football’s defensive coordinator Kane Wommack is VERY HIGH on his defensive unit - especially the DL! As the unit has finished in the top 10 of college football overall - should Tide fans expect a massive year from this group in 2026? Kalen DeBoer’s future may lay in the hands of a young defense that boasts a very deep secondary with stars like Keon Sabb, Dijon Lee Jr, Xavier Mincey, Bray...

College football could be on the verge of another MASSIVE change — and this one could have a huge impact on Alabama football. A proposed 24-team College Football Playoff is gaining momentum after coaches voted in favor of major changes to the current system. But what does that actually mean for the future of the sport… and more importantly, what does it mean for Alabama?

Alabama is about to host one of the most important stretches of recruiting visits of the entire summer — and the names coming to Tuscaloosa could shape the future of the program. In this video, we break down Alabama’s official visitor list, highlighting the top targets, potential five-stars, and key prospects that the coaching staff is pushing hard for. These visits aren’t just routine — they’re p...

Alabama just landed another quarterback for the future — and this one is a massive long-term piece for the program. In this video, we break down everything you need to know about Charles Scott Jr., the newest signal-caller to commit to Alabama Crimson Tide. Standing at 6’5” and over 230 pounds, Scott brings elite size, a strong arm, and the kind of physical tools that immediately jump off the scre...

Is the Tide in danger of taking a smaller recruiting class as well? In this video, we break down why USC Trojans football and head coach Lincoln Riley are planning to take a smaller recruiting class this cycle — and what it really says about the future of roster building in the NIL era. With looming roster limits, increased reliance on the transfer portal, and the long-term financial impact of NIL...

We’re breaking down the REAL chances of a return, what it would mean for the roster, and how it could instantly shift expectations heading into the season. We’re joined by Owen Barnes from Barnes on Bama to take a deep dive into the CURRENT roster, portal additions, and how this team stacks up nationally. Who are the difference-makers? Who needs to step up? And is this team built for a run?

Alabama just landed another quarterback for the future — and this one is a massive long-term piece for the program. In this video, we break down everything you need to know about Charles Scott Jr., the newest signal-caller to commit to Alabama Crimson Tide. Standing at 6’5” and over 230 pounds, Scott brings elite size, a strong arm, and the kind of physical tools that immediately jump off the scre...