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The Million Dollar Band performed its pregame and halftime show at Butler Field on Aug.

29 for local family members and fans, featuring the color guard and baton performances by the Crimsonettes.

Gov. Kay Ivey proclaimed Sept.

4 as College Colors Day to celebrate public universities and highlight their role in driving the state economy, culture, and community life; the Alabama Higher Education Partnership encourages students, alumni, faculty, staff, and fans to wear their college colors on that day.

In the Falcons preseason finale on Friday, former Alabama star Tua Tagovailoa (95-yard passer on 7 of 8 attempts) received boos as his mother posted encouraging words on X following the game, and it is unclear if he will start over Michael Penix Jr. when the season begins.

Nike released its new Vomero 18 running shoes with college team designs like Alabama+Michigan+Texas on Saturday, Aug.

29. The limited-edition sneakers mark Week 0 as fans get ready for a full season of games beginning Sept. 3.

On Friday, Aug. 27 and Saturday, Aug.

28, Alabama high school football teams played games with varied scores and results (including a postponed Carver-Birmingham matchup) that stirred local excitement. Fans tracked the outcomes as wins and losses marked a busy weekend for regional teams.

The 2026 college football season kicks off today with 10 top matchups— including a SEC showdown between Georgia and Alabama on Oct.

10. Fans will also watch key games featuring Ohio State, Texas and Michigan that could shape playoff hopes.