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UAB

Protective Stadium

UAB introducing family-friendly ticket prices for athletic events

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Ashlee Winborne
Children three and under will get in free with a complimentary ticket.

Alabama

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer, right, talks with offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb before an...

Kalen DeBoer affirms support for OC Ryan Grubb after recent offensive struggles

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Ashlee Winborne
DeBoer said Grubb is always looking for ways to improve.

Auburn

Auburn linebacker Xavier Atkins (17) defends during the first half of an NCAA football game...

Reports: Auburn dismisses LB Xavier Atkins following suspension

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Ashlee Winborne
Through five games this season, he had 37 tackles.

News

Thompson High School football, October 2026.

Thompson HS announces cancellation of final regular season home football game

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By WBRC Digital Staff
Thompson High School announced Monday what was meant to be their final home football game of the 2026 season will not be played.

National

Blake Bible

Man accused of dressing up as security guard to sneak into Tennessee-Alabama game

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 4:39 PM CDT
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By Josh Jarnagin
Blake Bible was taken into custody and charged with theft of property.

NFL

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) stands on the field during an NFL football...

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss the rest of the season with blood clots, AP source says

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 3:20 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press and DAN GELSTON
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs, according to a person familiar with the situation.

Alabama

Alabama Wide Receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams (1) celebrates his touchdown against MSU at Davis...

DeBoer gives update on injured Crimson Tide stars

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 2:25 PM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
"All these guys are kind of in the same are area, same window."

High School

WBRC Sideline

WBRC Sideline: Week 9

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 1:07 PM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
Week 9 of high school football kicks off on Thursday, Oct. 22, with all the action happening on WBRC Sideline Friday night!

Auburn

Auburn head coach Alex Golesh reacts after an NCAA college football game against Georgia,...

‘It makes no sense’: Paul Finebaum reacts to Auburn win over Georgia

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 11:09 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
Finebaum said he still couldn’t explain what happened Saturday night in Athens.

Alabama

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer watches from the sideline during the first half an NCAA...

Coaching change at Alabama? Paul Finebaum weighs in

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 10:38 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
Alabama returns to Bryant-Denny Stadium next week to take on Texas A&M.
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Football

Tennessee running back DeSean Bishop (18) celebrates with fans after an NCAA college football...

University of Tennessee to pay Alabama $500k after fans storm field Saturday night

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 6:54 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
The money will be paid directly to the University of Alabama.

Football

The University of Alabama football team in action against Tennessee at Neyland Stadium in...

AP Top 25: Alabama drops out of top 10, every team receives new ranking

Updated: Oct. 18, 2026 at 9:19 PM CDT
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By Brett Batchelor
Five of the top seven teams all lost Saturday, a first in the AP poll’s 90 year history.

News

Magic City Classic Parade 2025

Full day of events planned ahead of Magic City Classic

Updated: Oct. 18, 2026 at 11:41 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
Tickets are available at magiccityclassic.com.

Alabama News

For Alabama A&M University’s Marching Maroon and White, the performances fans see on the...

Alabama A&M’s Marching Maroon and White builds on tradition under new band director

Updated: Oct. 18, 2026 at 10:43 AM CDT
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By Philip Green
New band director William Young has spent the past few months getting to know the university and the people behind the program. His goal is to preserve the band’s established traditions while finding ways to help it grow.

Alabama

Tennessee defensive back Dejuan Lane (10) and defensive back Ty Redmond (4) break up a pass...

‘Backs to the wall’: DeBoer, Alabama face uphill battle after Tennessee loss

Updated: Oct. 18, 2026 at 9:22 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
DeBoer pointed to the week-to-week difficulties of life in the SEC.

Auburn

Auburn kicker Alex McPherson (38) kicks a field goal as holder Hudson Kaak, left, looks on...

Auburn rallies past Georgia for 27-24 victory on last-second field goal

Updated: Oct. 17, 2026 at 6:33 PM CDT
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By WSFA 12 News Staff
Auburn rallied from an early 14-point deficit and capitalized on two late Georgia turnovers to defeat the Bulldogs 27-24

Alabama

Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell (12) is sacked by Tennessee linebacker Jeremiah Telander...

Alabama falls to Tennessee 26-10

Updated: Oct. 17, 2026 at 6:21 PM CDT
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By Brett Batchelor
It was a breezy and chilly Saturday afternoon in the Smoky Mountains for the annual Third Saturday in October between Alabama - Tennessee.

Alabama

Alabama Wide Receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams (1) in action against Mississippi State at Davis...

Report: Alabama star wide receiver undergoes knee surgery

Updated: Oct. 17, 2026 at 3:40 PM CDT
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By Brett Batchelor
Coleman-Williams has been the leading receiver for the Crimson Tide so far this season.

Football

Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) tries to get away from Arkansas defensive back Shelton...

No. 1 Georgia is expected to have Nate Frazier return at running back for SEC test against Auburn

Updated: Oct. 17, 2026 at 9:23 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
The Bulldogs leaned heavily on undersized running back Dwight “Peanut” Phillips Jr. against Alabama.

News

Jacksonville High School

Judge lets 2 Jacksonville High School football players return, coaches remain sidelined in AHSAA fight

Updated: Oct. 16, 2026 at 4:46 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Hardison
A Calhoun County Circuit Court judge has granted a temporary restraining order allowing two ruled-ineligible Jacksonville football players to return to the field, while denying immediate relief for the program's two suspended coaches.

UAB

UAB quarterback Ryder Burton

Ryder Burton rallies UAB to 30-17 come-from-behind victory over East Carolina in OT

Updated: Oct. 16, 2026 at 3:50 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Up next for UAB: At South Florida Oct. 31.

Alabama

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) passes in front of Detroit Lions defensive end...

Former Alabama QB diagnosed with superficial blood clot, to miss upcoming game

Updated: Oct. 15, 2026 at 8:43 PM CDT
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By Brett Batchelor
Former Alabama quarterback diagnosed with superficial blood clot.

College Football Playoff

FILE - The championship trophy stands on a table during a news conference ahead of the...

Report: Officials nearing deal to expand College Football Playoff

Updated: Oct. 15, 2026 at 3:29 PM CDT
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By Brett Batchelor
According to a report, the new playoff model could be put in place as soon as 2027.

News

LSU’s fight with the SEC heads to a Baton Rouge courtroom today, with the Tigers’ roster and...

SEC tells judge its fight with LSU is far from over, pointing to new dispute over basketball recruit

Updated: Oct. 14, 2026 at 6:10 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Hardison
The SEC is pushing back hard on LSU’s bid to get the conference’s lawsuit thrown out, telling a federal judge this week that the dispute over the school’s defiance of conference rules is “far from” settled — and pointing to a new fight brewing over LSU’s men’s basketball program.

Sports

WBRC Sideline

WBRC Sideline: Week 8

Updated: Oct. 14, 2026 at 12:15 PM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
Week 8 of high school football kicks off on Thursday, Oct. 15, with all the action happening on WBRC Sideline Friday night!

Sports

Auburn and Alabama basketball teams talk new season, expectations at 2027 SEC Tipoff

Auburn, Alabama basketball teams talk new season, expectations at 2027 SEC Tipoff

Updated: Oct. 14, 2026 at 12:16 AM CDT
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By Jonathon Hoppe
Both schools will be in Birmingham this week for the 'Ballin in Boutwell' event.

Alabama

Tim Tebow and other announcers presented SEC Nation's pre-game festivities at the University...

‘SEC Nation’ headed to Knoxville for Alabama-Tennessee game

Updated: Oct. 13, 2026 at 11:08 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
SEC Nation will air Saturday beginning at 8 a.m. CT

NCAA

A Kentucky fan celebrates after an overtime win against LSU during an NCCA college football...

LSU to receive $500,000 from Kentucky after overtime loss. Here’s why

Updated: Oct. 13, 2026 at 10:49 AM CDT
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By Gray Louisiana
Wildcats fans stormed field after OT victory, triggering SEC fine

Sports

LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey and men's basketball coach Will Wade were unable to...

Fog grounds LSU men’s and women’s basketball teams, forcing them to miss SEC Media Days

Updated: Oct. 13, 2026 at 10:39 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Dense fog in Baton Rouge kept LSU men's and women's basketball teams from attending SEC Media Days in Birmingham on Tuesday, Oct. 13.

Alabama

Alabama linebackers Luke Metz (4) and Caleb Woodson (7) walk off the field after a 20-17 loss...

No. 6 Alabama looks to rebound on the road against Tennessee in Third Saturday in October

Updated: Oct. 13, 2026 at 8:21 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
The Vols enter Saturday’s game ranked 14th in the latest AP Top 25.

Auburn

Auburn linebacker Xavier Atkins (17) defends during the first half of an NCAA football game...

Auburn will be without standout linebacker Xavier Atkins against No. 1 Georgia

Updated: Oct. 12, 2026 at 2:38 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Auburn will be without standout linebacker Xavier Atkins, the team’s second-leading tackler, against top-ranked Georgia on Saturday.

Alabama

Georgia defensive back KJ Bolden (4) collides with Alabama wide receiver Rico Scott (7), on a...

‘Disgraceful’: Paul Finebaum rips officiating in the Alabama-Georgia game

Updated: Oct. 12, 2026 at 12:38 PM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
Finebaum said it should not have happened.

Alabama

Alabama Wide Receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams (1) in action against Georgia at Bryant-Denny...

DeBoer: ‘Pretty good chance’ Ryan Coleman-Williams will not play vs. Tennessee

Updated: Oct. 12, 2026 at 11:22 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
Coleman-Williams had three receptions for 39 yards before leaving the game against Georgia.

Football

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton looks to throw the ball against Alabama during the first...

No. 6 Alabama falls to No. 2 Georgia 17-20

Updated: Oct. 10, 2026 at 10:30 PM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
Georgia outgained Alabama 455-346 Saturday.

Alabama

President Trump says it's not clear he'll attend Alabama-Georgia game amid Isaias

White House confirms Trump no longer coming to Tuscaloosa

Updated: Oct. 9, 2026 at 5:01 PM CDT
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By Brett Batchelor
As of Friday afternoon, the Alabama - Georgia game is still scheduled to kickoff at 6:30 p.m. at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Alabama

Nick Saban and Miss Terry at the SABAN docuseries premier

‘Ready to tell our story’: SABAN docuseries makes official debut in Tuscaloosa

Updated: Oct. 8, 2026 at 10:50 PM CDT
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By Brett Batchelor and Jonathon Hoppe
The long-awaited series premiered Thursday night.

News

Alabama game day changes: Tailgating, parking and pregame events revised ahead of Saturday

Updated: Oct. 8, 2026 at 7:12 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Hardison
The University of Alabama says the game remains scheduled, but severe weather and high winds tied to Hurricane Isaias have prompted changes to tailgating, parking and pregame events.

Alabama

A banner featuring the ESPN College Gameday logo on the University of Alabama campus in...

College GameDay moving indoors for Alabama-Georgia; guest picker revealed

Updated: Oct. 8, 2026 at 12:33 PM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
In recent years, College GameDay has aired from The Quad on UA’s campus.

Football

Alabama State University logo

Alabama State moves homecoming game due to Hurricane Isaias

Updated: Oct. 8, 2026 at 6:21 AM CDT
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By WSFA 12 News Staff
Alabama State University is moving its homecoming football game as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast.

News

ESPN football analyst Nick Saban on the set of ESPN College Gameday on Saturday, Aug. 31,...

ESPN prepared for severe weather as College GameDay heads to Tuscaloosa

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 9:06 PM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
College GameDay has only had to take shelter once so far this year.

Sports

WBRC Sideline

WBRC Sideline cancelled for week 7

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 6:40 PM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
Week 7 of high school football kicks off on Thursday, Oct. 8, with all the action happening on WBRC Sideline Friday night!

News

First Alert Weather: Afternoon update, 10-7-26

Tropical storm Isaias prompts Alabama teams to reschedule, cancel games

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 6:27 PM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
Tropical Storm Isaias is forecast to make landfall near the Alabama-Florida state line around midnight Friday night, according to WBRC’s First Alert Weather team. The storm could bring gusts of winds up to 40-50 mph to central Alabama.

News

Pell City High School

Pell City homecoming game moved up ahead of Tropical Storm Isaias

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 5:15 PM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
Another high school is moving their homecoming game ahead the possible affects from Tropical Storm Isaias. The latest forecast places landfall near the Alabama-Florida state line around midnight Friday night.

Alabama

President Trump says it's not clear he'll attend Alabama-Georgia game amid Isaias

‘Going to let the hurricane decide’: President Trump weighing decision of attending Alabama - Georgia game Saturday

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 4:20 PM CDT
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By Brett Batchelor
Alabama - Georgia is set to kickoff at 6:30 p.m. Saturday night at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

News

UA Women's Basketball Team's Meet and Greet

Alabama women’s basketball hosts Birmingham dinner to introduce new team

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 11:09 AM CDT
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By Kelvin Reynolds
Head Coach Pauline Love says the event is a chance for fans to get to know her and the team. Just four players return from last season, and the program has a new coaching staff.

Alabama

Keelon Russell runs in for a TD against Mississippi State

Georgia’s Kirby Smart has high praise for Alabama QB Keelon Russell

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 10:07 AM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
Russell has thrown for 1,414 yards and 11 touchdowns this season.

News

Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa

Alabama-Georgia game remains scheduled as Gulf storm threatens weekend weather

Updated: Oct. 6, 2026 at 9:30 PM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
No. 2 Georgia and No. 6 Alabama are scheduled to kick off Saturday at 6:30 p.m.

News

Clay-Chalkville Cougars to defend state football title in new stadium

Clay-Chalkville homecoming game moved due to weather risk

Updated: Oct. 6, 2026 at 7:12 PM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
Clay-Chalkville’s 2026 homecoming game was scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9 against Pinson Valley. However, due to potential impacts from the tropics, school leaders moved the homecoming game to Thursday, Oct. 8 at 7 p.m.

News

Alabama guard Aden Holloway (2) shoots against Georgia guards Marcus Millender (4) and...

Alabama guard Aden Holloway to return to team in November

Updated: Oct. 6, 2026 at 4:22 PM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
University of Alabama (UA) Athletics confirmed Aden Holloway will return to the men’s basketball team in November, but the guard will miss part of the start of the season.

Alabama

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer (right) is prepared for any communications issues that may...

Crimson Tide ready for possible communications issues during Trump visit

Updated: Oct. 6, 2026 at 2:30 PM CDT
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By Ashlee Winborne
Trump is planning to attend the Crimson Tide’s marquee matchup against the second-ranked Georgia Bulldogs.
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