Alabama ranks low among college football teams ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Alabama Crimson Tide received a discouraging ranking from ESPN's David Hale, placing them in Tier 4, labeled "We're still here," ahead of the 2026 season. This marks a decline for a team that was dominant in college football over the last two decades. Since Kalen DeBoer became head coach in 2024, Alabama has gone 20-8, including an 11-win season last year where they lost to Indiana in the Rose Bowl. Hale's analysis suggests Alabama is no longer an elite contender, raising questions about the team's future and DeBoer's job security.
- •Alabama is now in Tier 4, indicating a decline in performance.
- •Kalen DeBoer's record is 20-8 since taking over as head coach.
- •The team won 11 games last season but lost in the Rose Bowl.
- •Criticism surrounds DeBoer's ability to lead the team effectively.
- •The team shares Tier 4 ranking with Michigan, Ole Miss, and Utah.
- 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Alabama Fans Will Be Depressed Over Latest Ranking
"Alabama Crimson Tide fans certainly won't like their team's latest ranking.
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