Major Update Emerges on Alabama’s Starting QB Battle
Summary
The Alabama Crimson Tide football team is choosing a new starting quarterback after Ty Simpson joined the Los Angeles Rams. Two players, Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, are competing for the position during fall camp, with Russell showing moments of strong playmanship recently.Key Facts
- Ty Simpson left Alabama to join the Los Angeles Rams.
- Alabama is deciding between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell for starting quarterback.
- Austin Mack was a four-star recruit and ranked No. 73 overall in the 2023 class.
- Keelon Russell is a five-star recruit and ranked No. 2 overall in the 2025 class.
- Russell has shown ability to make big plays, including running with the ball and throwing touchdowns.
- Mack has been consistent in practice, completing 74.3% of his passes with 3 touchdowns and no interceptions in two seasons.
- Russell has less game experience but has completed 11 of 15 passes for 143 yards and 2 touchdowns.
- Coach Kalen DeBoer has not yet named a starting quarterback.
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