Alabama names Keelon Russell starting quarterback for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Alabama Crimson Tide has named redshirt freshman Keelon Russell as their starting quarterback ahead of the 2026 season. Russell secured the position over senior Austin Mack after a lengthy competition that began in January. He had an impressive high school career, amassing 4,177 yards and 55 touchdowns in 2024. Alabama is set to face off against Georgia on October 10, 2026, a matchup significant for both teams. Georgia's starting quarterback, Gunner Stockton, assumed the role after Carson Beck's transfer earlier this year.
- •Keelon Russell named Alabama's starting quarterback for the 2026 season.
- •Russell ranked as the No. 2 quarterback in the nation.
- •Alabama will play Georgia on October 10, 2026.
- •Austin Mack served as the main backup last season for Alabama.
- •Gunner Stockton is Georgia's starting quarterback after Carson Beck's transfer.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Georgia football rival names starting quarterback
"Georgia football rival Alabama Crimson Tide, who plays UGA in October, has announced their starting quarterback
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