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The Sergeant Bluff‑Luton Warriors finished 2025 with a 10‑2 record and a Class 4A semifinal berth, now facing the challenge of replacing star players while rebuilding around a healthy senior backfield and a hopeful coaching staff.
Oklahoma appoints veteran trainer Justin Smith to lead its football medical operations, aiming to curb injury woes and bolster player availability.
Justin Smith replaces Jonathan Gress, bringing seven seasons at Appalachian State and a blend of collegiate and professional experience to the Oklahoma football program.
Justin Smith joins the Oklahoma Sooners as head athletic trainer, bringing extensive medical experience from college and professional football.
Alabama’s football program is intensifying its hunt for playmakers in the 2027 recruiting cycle, a move that could reshape the Crimson Tide’s receiving corps.
Four-star linebacker Raiden Johnson, a sophomore from Allen High School, has received an Alabama scholarship offer and plans a June visit, citing the program’s culture and development.
The Crimson Tide managed just 23 rushing yards against Indiana in the Rose Bowl and a negative total against Georgia in the SEC Championship. With key backs returning and a new philosophy from head coach Kalen DeBoer, Alabama aims to restore a ground game that can open up its high‑powered passing attack.
Kaleb Ballard, a 6‑foot‑5 four‑star recruit from Wetumpka High School, is drawing interest from Alabama, Auburn, Florida, Georgia and other elite programs, citing his versatility, leadership and a lifelong dream of playing for the Crimson Tide.
A smaller 2027 roster reflects a deliberate strategy by Alabama’s new coaching staff, prioritizing quality over quantity and reshaping how the program approaches scholarship allocations.
With eight early pledges already in hand, Alabama is chasing six high‑profile recruits whose decisions next week could define the trajectory of the 2027 class.
Two top prospects, a committed quarterback and a rising wide receiver, are set to experience Alabama’s campus this weekend, underscoring the program’s aggressive recruiting push.
The San Francisco 49ers announced the death of Aldon Smith, a former defensive end whose brief but spectacular NFL tenure was marked by on‑field dominance and off‑field controversy.
Alabama’s football program has doubled down on its approach to name, image and likeness deals, insisting that it will not chase the highest financial offers that some rival schools are flashing.
The league’s ruling to replay Game 1 of the Tel Aviv‑Jerusalem semifinal follows an Iranian attack and shifting Home Front Command directives, with Adelson praising the move while criticizing league support.
Majay Thompson, a 2027 wide receiver from Crest High School, has trimmed his options to Alabama, Florida State, Georgia and Wake Forest after an official visit to Tuscaloosa.
Four-star tight end Colton Johnson is set to officially visit the University of Alabama this weekend, drawing attention from top programs and fans alike.
Alabama’s recruiting pipeline is poised for a boost as elite visitors signal upcoming commitments, with Touchdown Alabama set to track the developments.
With summer workouts underway and key recruits set to visit, Alabama is leveraging June to shape a smaller, focused 2027 roster.
Wyatt Smith, a top‑ranked edge rusher in the 2027 class, announced his verbal pledge to Ohio State after a breakout junior season that featured 13 sacks and MaxPreps All‑American honors.
Wyatt Smith, ranked No. 78 in the 2027 class, announced his commitment to Ohio State on May 17, highlighting a family legacy and the program’s rising recruiting momentum.
Four‑star defensive end Wyatt Smith commits to Ohio State, joining a class that already features elite talent, while his father’s NFL legacy and fierce recruitment battles add depth to the story.
Wyatt Smith, a four‑star edge rusher from St. Thomas Aquinas, is a coveted 2027 commitment as Ohio State battles for a top‑five recruiting class.