Tuscaloosa Academy Routs Coosa Christian 37-7
The Tuscaloosa Academy Bulldogs opened the 2026 AHSAA Single A playoffs with a first-round win over Coosa Christian.
Tuscaloosa Football News
Football coverage in Tuscaloosa — home of the University of Alabama — follows college and NFL programs through games, coaching decisions, recruiting and the business around the sport. Reporting reaches Downtown Tuscaloosa, Forest Lake, Alberta City, Hillcrest and the University Area.
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November 3, 2026
Alabama Dismisses Defensive Back Dre Kirkpatrick Jr.Coach Kalen DeBoer removed the former Crimson Tide player from the football program after misdemeanor charges involving a university police officer.
October 31, 2026
American Christian Academy Ends 14-Year Losing StreakThe Patriots defeated Northside 37-21 in a high school football game played on Friday.
October 28, 2026
Alabama Football Hosts Asher Daws for Special VisitThe six-year-old student toured facilities and joined the team for pregame activities in Tuscaloosa.
October 27, 2026
Alabama Names Scott and Allen Athletes of the WeekThe Crimson Tide recognize the standout performances of Rico Scott and Amari Allen.
October 26, 2026
Greg McElroy Joins Board as ALUM Breaks GroundFormer quarterback Greg McElroy has joined the ALUM board and invested in the new Tuscaloosa condo-hotel development.
October 26, 2026
Alabama Secures Top 2028 Recruiting ClassThe Crimson Tide continue to build their future roster while maintaining a 6-2 season record following a win over Texas A&M.
October 26, 2026
Alabama Suspends Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. for Team ViolationsThe football player faces ongoing legal proceedings tied to a June traffic incident in Tuscaloosa.
October 24, 2026
Alabama Defeats Texas A&M 31-20 in TuscaloosaThe Crimson Tide snapped a two-game losing streak by holding off the Aggies in a home conference matchup.
October 24, 2026
Alabama Defensive Back Red Morgan Disqualified for TargetingRed Morgan was ejected for targeting during the game against Texas A&M in Tuscaloosa.
October 24, 2026
Alabama Lineman William Sanders Exits With InjuryThe offensive lineman was carted off the field during the second quarter of Saturday's game against Texas A&M.
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The reporting tracks game results and standings, coaching and staff changes, recruiting cycles and commitments, player transfers and the conference and playoff decisions that shape the program's trajectory. Tuscaloosa County agencies and the stadium and athletic facilities that operations run through appear regularly in planning, permitting and economic development coverage tied to the program. College football here carries a cultural prominence that extends well beyond the sport — the program's performance shapes the rhythm of the city and the surrounding region across the full calendar year. Recruiting cycles and coaching hires draw national attention that amplifies local coverage and sustains it through periods when no games are being played.