Alabama names Keelon Russell as starting quarterback for Week 1
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:22 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Alabama has selected Keelon Russell as its starting quarterback for Week 1, according to reports on August 22. The sophomore won the competition against Austin Mack as the team looked for a successor to Ty Simpson. This decision sets the stage for Alabama's upcoming season as they prepare for their opener.
- •Keelon Russell is named Alabama's starting quarterback for Week 1.
- •Russell competed with Austin Mack for the position.
- •The announcement comes as Alabama seeks a successor to Ty Simpson.
- •Decision made public on August 22.
- 3:22 PMYahoo Sports — Alabama QB Keelon Russell wins quarterback competition
- 3:22 PMYahoo Sports — Alabama QB Keelon Russell wins quarterback competition over Austin Mack
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 3:22 PMAlabama QB Keelon Russell wins quarterback competition
Russell was competing with Austin Mack.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 3:22 PMAlabama QB Keelon Russell wins quarterback competition over Austin Mack
Russell was competing with Austin Mack.
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