WRBL is now in week three of News 3 PrepZone coverage! Stick with WRBL on air and online throughout the football season as we cover high school football games in Alabama, Georgia and across the Chattahoochee Valley.

Alabama football WR Ryan Coleman-Williams made some big plays and a couple blunders in the Crimson Tide's season-opening win over East Carolina.

Alabama delivered an emphatic statement in its first game of the 2026 season.

Keelon Russell debuted at QB1 as Alabama football beat East Carolina 48-10 in the season opener at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Keelon Russell showed off in his first career start during Alabama football's 48-10 win over East Carolina. He also set a new school record.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Week 3 of high school football in Alabama is in the books. We were treated to another No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup in 6A. #2 Vestavia Hills paid a visit to #1 Thompson. The Warriors had no issues and dispatched the Rebels 49-0.

The long wait is finally over. High school football is officially back tonight with a limited — but quality — schedule of games to open the season. The main attraction comes in Phenix City where the Red Devils and new coach Cody Flournoy host reigning state champ Thompson in the AHSAA Kickoff Classic.

Keelon Russell accounted for 335 yards and a touchdown as No. 13 Alabama opened the season with a 48-10 victory over East Carolina on Saturday.