Keelon Russell Named Starting Quarterback for Alabama Crimson Tide
Keelon Russell has been named the starting quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide football team.
Portland, OR, August 22, 2026 —
Keelon Russell has been officially named the starting quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide football program. The announcement designates Russell as the primary player to lead the team’s offense.
The decision comes as the team prepares for its upcoming season. Russell’s performance and development throughout the team’s training and practice sessions have led to this designation.
Further details regarding the timeline for his first start or the specifics of the competition for the starting role were not immediately available.
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