Ryan Coleman-Williams records 130 receiving yards in Alabama win over East Carolina

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Ryan Coleman-Williams records 130 receiving yards in Alabama win over East Carolina
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Ryan Coleman-Williams led Alabama in receiving during a 48-10 season-opening victory against East Carolina on September 5. The junior receiver recorded five catches for 130 yards and added a 9-yard rush. Despite the yardage, Coleman-Williams struggled with ball security, recording two dropped passes and a third-quarter fumble during the contest. New quarterback Keelon Russell finished the game completing 17-of-29 passes for 249 yards and two touchdowns. Coleman-Williams played the game without gloves, a change from his previous seasons. Alabama coaching staff will look to address the recurring drop issues as the team prepares for upcoming SEC conference play.

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  • Alabama defeated East Carolina 48-10 in the season opener.
  • Ryan Coleman-Williams tallied 130 yards on five receptions.
  • Quarterback Keelon Russell passed for 249 yards and two touchdowns.
  • Coleman-Williams recorded two drops and one fumble during the game.
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  • 8:41 PMYahoo SportsWhy Ryan Coleman-Williams remains a superstar to Alabama football despite drops
  • 7:33 PMYahoo SportsRyan Coleman-Williams stands out, but drop issues persist for Alabama star
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Ryan Coleman-Williams was Alabama's best playmaker against East Carolina, but his drop issues persisted in the win.

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No matter what Week 1 looked like for Ryan Coleman-Williams, he was going to take it with a grain of salt.

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