Alabama names Conor Talty as starting kicker for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
On August 30, 2026, Alabama football announced Conor Talty as the starting kicker for the upcoming season. Talty, who was among the less effective kickers in the SEC in 2025, outperformed Marshall transfer Lorcan Quinn during the spring competition. Talty successfully made all 48 extra point attempts last season but converted only 16 of 23 field goals. Quinn, who will handle kickoffs, had a more successful season at Marshall, making 21 of 26 field goals, including nine from 40 yards or longer. The coaching staff emphasized the competitiveness of the kicking situation leading into the season.
- •Conor Talty named starting kicker for Alabama.
- •Talty was less effective in 2025, missing three field goals.
- •Lorcan Quinn will handle kickoffs for the Crimson Tide.
- •Alabama kicks off the season with Talty as a key player.
- 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Alabama football names starting kicker for 2026 season
"Alabama football's kicking battle is complete, and the Crimson Tide's starter is one. returning from a season ago.
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