What the film showed us in Keelon Russell's first start

A closer look at Alabama's 48-10 season-opening win over East Carolina.
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Cole Cubelic reacts to Keelon Russell’s starting debut vs. East Carolina, grades performance

As Alabama kicked off the 2026 season, Crimson Tide fans also got their first look at Keelon Russell as the starting quarterback. His dual-threat ability was on full display in the win over East Carolina and SEC Network analyst Cole Cubelic revealed his grade.

Kalen DeBoer Hypes Keelon Russell, Says 'Sky's the Limit' for Alabama QB After Win vs. ECU

Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell's first collegiate start went quite well on Saturday. The sophomore completed 18-of-30 passes for 256 yards and rushed for 86 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries en route to a 48-10 home win over East Carolina.

Keelon Russell impressed. Bryce Underwood didn’t. Quarterback overreactions after Week 1

With a full weekend of real football in the books, it’s time to overreact to what we saw from the nation’s QBs and correct our projections.

Keelon Russell knows he needs to slide more: ‘Make sure he’s playing for the long haul’

Keelon Russell has a simple approach when he sees green grass. “God blessed me with some legs,” the Alabama quarterback said, “so why not use them?” The key for Russell will be figuring out when to keep using them.
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Keelon Russell sends major warning to every defense remaining on the Tide’s schedule

Keelon Russell is feeling confident in the connection he has with Ryan Coleman-Williams after the two connected five times for 130 yards against East Carolina to open the season.