Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

During a busy weekend in Tuscaloosa, Alabama football beat Vanderbilt 30-14 at Bryant-Denny Stadium while top prospect Qayden Samuels made his first official visit to see the Tide.

He is a 5-star recruit from Bishop NcNamara with offers from many schools and has not yet decided his commitment.

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson led the SEC in passing yards with a 340-yard game against Vanderbilt on Oct.

4. He totaled 1,478 yards in five games and boosted his team's offense—making him the conference's top passer.

Former Alabama guard Chris Youngblood scored 20 points in 21 minutes on Sunday in his NBA preseason debut for the Thunder — he shot 5-of-8 from 3-point range during the team’s 135-114 win over the Hornets and his strong play may earn him a two-way contract.

Alabama wide receivers Horton, Williams, and Bernard have recorded 64 receptions and 11 touchdowns through five games as key targets for quarterback Ty Simpson.

They will continue to test opposing defenses as the Crimson Tide advance through the season.

After defeating ranked Vanderbilt last Saturday, Alabama secured a commitment from three-star offensive lineman Jared Doughty (from Banneker High School in Atlanta) who chose the Crimson Tide over offers from Georgia, Ohio State, Florida State, and Auburn.

Doughty will begin his official visits on October 11, starting with Florida State, as Alabama builds a strong 2026 recruiting class.

On Oct. 5, Jared Doughty, a 2026 three-star offensive lineman from Atlanta who attends Banneker High School, committed to Alabama football through 247Sports.

He is the first 2026 commitment since July — his addition boosts an offensive line with four open starting spots for future seasons.

Voting is open for the Tuscaloosa News Girls Athlete of the Week covering Sept 27 to Oct 3 — the poll closes at noon Oct 9.

Nominees include American Christian Academy's Belle Cormier and Maggie Holt, Northridge's Sage Jackson and Avery Warren, and Northside's Katelyn Patton as coaches and team stat keepers submit nominations.

Greensky Bluegrass Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Check for ticket prices — Experience an electrifying night of bluegrass music from the renowned Greensky Bluegrass.

Valentino Khan Live

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Druid City Music Hall — General Admission — Experience Valentino Khan's limitless creativity and versatility in a high-energy performance.

Cinderella - The Musical

1-4 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella come to life through stunning ballet performances.

Loud Luxury Concert

6-11 p.m. — Druid City Music Hall — General Admission — Experience electrifying dance music from the Canadian duo Loud Luxury.

Tennessee Volunteers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Football

1-4 p.m. — Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium — Tickets required — A classic SEC rivalry showdown in the heart of Alabama.

Drake White Live Performance

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Two Dimes — Check with the host for the latest info — Experience the raw sounds of Drake White as he showcases music from his debut album.

Dance Alabama! Fall 2025 Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — UA English Building - Dance Theater — Cost info unavailable — Experience an evening of engaging dance performances by Alabama students.

Jackson Chase: Full Band Performance

9 PM – 1 AM — Copper Top — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the talents of Tuscaloosa's own Jackson Chase, a rising star in the music scene.

Doug Stone Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the heartfelt ballads and country hits of contemporary star Doug Stone.

T-Town Witches Ride

4-6:30 p.m. — Parker-Haun Park — Fun for the family — Join a whimsical ride to raise money for The Arc of Tuscaloosa while enjoying music, games, and raffle prizes.