Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell prepares for road debut at Kentucky
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Alabama opened its season with a 48-10 victory over East Carolina at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 5. Quarterback Keelon Russell finished his debut with 256 passing yards on 18-of-30 passing with no interceptions. The offense saw contributions from running backs Daniel Hill and EJ Crowell, while receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams recorded 130 receiving yards. Despite the win, the team faces scrutiny regarding offensive line performance and receiver mechanics. Alabama now shifts focus to its next contest against Kentucky in Lexington. The SEC Network will broadcast from the site of the upcoming game, which is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. this Saturday.
- •Alabama defeated East Carolina 48-10 in its season opener.
- •Keelon Russell threw for 256 yards in his first start.
- •Ryan Coleman-Williams finished with five catches for 130 yards.
- •Alabama faces Kentucky on the road this Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
- •SEC Nation will broadcast live from the Kentucky campus on Saturday morning.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Jumbo Package: With ECU in the books, Keelon Russell now faces first road test at Kentucky
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