The Latest Breaking News from Alabama

After Oklahoma’s Upset of Alabama, the SEC’s CFP Takeover Looks Inevitable

The Sooners strengthened their résumé with a Top 5 win and supercharged the conference’s push for at least five teams in the playoff.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 16, 2025

College Football Week 12 Winners and Losers: Yes, Texas A&M Is Still Undefeated

Texas A&M preserved its perfect season with an incredible second-half effort.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 16, 2025

Kalen DeBoer Had Stern Message for QB Ty Simpson After Another Game With Sack Fumble

Simpson accounted for two of Alabama‘s three turnovers in the 23-21 loss to Oklahoma.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 16, 2025

College Football Playoff Format History: How the Bracket Has Changed Over the Years

College football’s postseason structure has been evolving since the sport’s inception in 1869, and the current model—the CFP—may not be done growing just yet.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 13, 2025

Five Prospects Who Improved Their 2026 NFL Draft Stock in Week 11

Makai Lemon has another massive game. Plus, it’s another disappointing performance for LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 12, 2025

The Sad History of the Bill Belichick Coaching Tree

Another Bill Belichick coaching disciple has been fired.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 11, 2025

Forde-Yard Dash: Ranking Every Player Still in the Hunt for the Heisman Trophy

Quarterbacks still dominate the conversation, but a linebacker, two running backs and a few late risers are making their push for college football’s biggest prize.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 10, 2025

College Football Playoff and Bowl Projections After Week 11: Where to Slot Miami

How the selection committee views the ACC could impact the remaining bowl games, which also may not fill up with eligible teams.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 9, 2025

Forde-Yard Dash: Why 12 Teams in the College Football Playoff Are Enough

Amid recent talks of expanding the CFP to 16, this season’s chaos has proven that the current format might be better as is.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 9, 2025

LSU Interim Coach Explains Why He Benched Garrett Nussmeier During Loss to Alabama

Backup Michael Van Buren Jr. came in for Garrett Nussmeier after his benching.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 9, 2025