Alabama's DeBoer supports OC Grubb amid tough back-to-back losses
ESPN NCAAF • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 5:53 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer expressed support for offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb following disappointing back-to-back losses to Georgia and Tennessee. The defeats have raised concerns among fans regarding the team's chances of making the College Football Playoff. DeBoer's backing comes amid increasing scrutiny over the team's offensive performance and strategy. The program will look to rebound in their next game as they seek to regain momentum.
- •Alabama lost consecutive games to Georgia and Tennessee.
- •Kalen DeBoer backs Ryan Grubb amid fan discontent.
- •Concerns raised about College Football Playoff hopes.
- •The team seeks to regain momentum in their next game.
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"Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer backed offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb amid fan discontent following back-to-back losses to Georgia and Tennessee.
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