Alabama weighs QB decision as fall camp opens with both candidates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
As Alabama's fall camp begins, head coach Kalen DeBoer faces a pivotal decision at quarterback with both Keelon Russell and Austin Mack vying for the starting role. Insider Mike Rodak suggests that the choice could lead to a quarterback carousel if made incorrectly. DeBoer, cautious about naming a starter, points to the need to assess both quarterbacks' responses under pressure. The season opener against East Carolina on September 5 looms, along with a challenging schedule that includes a matchup against Florida State on September 19. The coaching staff plans to evaluate both players thoroughly before making the final decision.
- •Alabama opens fall camp undecided on starting quarterback.
- •Keelon Russell and Austin Mack are the main candidates.
- •Coaching staff seeks to assess players' reactions to pressure.
- •Alabama's season opener is September 5 against East Carolina.
- •DeBoer prefers to avoid damaging a young player's confidence.
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"Alabama is still undecided at QB1. Both Keelon Russell and Austin Mack walked into fall camp with a real shot at taking the job.
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