Keelon Russell starts for Alabama under Kalen DeBoer ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:51 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Kalen DeBoer has named Keelon Russell as the starting quarterback for Alabama ahead of the 2026 season. This decision comes after DeBoer's two seasons at Alabama, which included four losses each year and a playoff exit to Indiana. Russell, a former five-star recruit, faces considerable pressure to improve a team that has struggled to match its past successes under Nick Saban. Alabama's challenging schedule will test Russell's capabilities as the team seeks a return to national contention.
- •Keelon Russell named starting quarterback for Alabama
- •Kalen DeBoer's tenure involves significant pressure after playoff failure
- •Alabama's 2026 schedule includes tough opponents like Georgia and LSU
- •Russell has limited experience with just 15 career passes
- •DeBoer’s offense relies heavily on the passing game
- 8:51 PMYahoo Sports — Why Kalen DeBoer handing keys to Keelon Russell is a make-or-break move at Alabama
"Kalen DeBoer's tenure could be decided by this move.
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