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Moody football aims for consecutive state titles under new head coach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:54 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Moody football aims for consecutive state titles under new head coach

Summary

Moody football is preparing for the upcoming 2026 season with new head coach Kyle Tatum, a former Alabama player and UAB defensive line coach. The program, fresh off a state title, shifts from 5A to 4A following the elimination of 7A in Alabama football. Tatum emphasizes the importance of instilling core values and developing mental and physical toughness. The Blue Devils will open their season at home against Briarwood Christian on August 21.

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Key Details

•Kyle Tatum takes over as head coach of Moody football
•Shift from 5A to 4A following 7A elimination
•Focus on instilling core values and toughness
•Moody opens the season on August 21 against Briarwood Christian

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2:54 AMYahoo Sports — Moody football takes aim at back-to-back state titles in new era

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PELL CITY, Ala. (WIAT) — Fresh off a state title, Moody football is embarking on a new era. Former Alabama player and UAB defensive line coach Kyle Tatum is taking over as the Blue Devils’ head coach. “For us it was, you know, instilling our core values, preaching our culture, getting started with how we […]
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