Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

An alumni group welcomed incoming freshmen at the University of Alabama today to build community ties and offer guidance as they start their college journey.

The event marked a step to connect new students with the rich legacy of campus life.

Alabama veterans can access 3,000 free telehealth therapy sessions through Centerstone Military Services thanks to a $750,000 grant from the Alabama Veterans Mental Health Steering Committee.

The program offers no-cost behavioral health care with quick scheduling and dedicated clinical support for eligible veterans across the state.

Coach Kalen DeBoer provided Monday's camp updates: EJ Crowell is progressing, Lotzeir Brooks is full-go, and Noah Rogers is ahead.

He said details on Jeremiah Beaman's injury are expected tomorrow (he was hurt yesterday); Alabama resumes practice today ahead of the home opener vs East Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 5.

Former Crimson Tide cornerback Pat Surtain II is ranked No. 10 on the NFL’s Top 100 Players of 2025, voted on by his teammates + a nod to his career from Tuscaloosa to the professional stage.

His ranking joins several former Tide stars, highlighting a strong local legacy.

Alabama freshman safety Jireh Edwards injured his right arm during Monday morning's practice and will have surgery Monday afternoon — his injury is not expected to end his season.

Coach DeBoer picked Keelon Russell as the starting quarterback after Monday’s fall camp, praising his poise and explosive performance.

Russell beat Austin Mack and brings record-setting numbers — 7,444 passing yards and 97 touchdowns — from his high school career to the Crimson Tide offense.

Kinley Rasmus, the 25th girl playing in the Little League World Series, shined on the field yesterday while showing her family’s rich baseball legacy.

Her mom, Jill Rasmus, excelled in college softball at Southern Miss, and relatives include former MLB players + experienced professionals.

After a federal ruling made 2022 high school players eligible for a fifth season, Alabama football coach Kalen DeBoer said on Monday that the program is considering whether to add a former player while AD Greg Byrne reviews NCAA rules amid changes in college football.