Merry almost Christmas, everyone. With Alabama off until New Years, there’s not too much going on today. But feel free to hang out and talk.
Can Zabien Brown get one more touchdown before he goes pro next year? My money is on yes.
I think there’s also a very
good chance he’s the top cornerback in the 2027 draft. For my money, he’s been the best player on Alabama’s team this year.
On defensive coordinator Kane Wommack, who was on staff with DeBoer at Indiana, and how their time at IU influenced DeBoer to hire Wommack at Alabama …
DeBOER: “Yeah, I’m probably missing some — Coach Ballou, Coach Sheridan — but your reference to Kane, here’s what I saw when I was there. First of all, a guy that really wanted me to come, be a part of it. And then when I was there, doing everything he could to be a team player. Focused on running a defense — I was the offensive coordinator — but practice plans, whatever it was, be willing to work to do whatever was best for our team, not just his side of the ball.
“Then there obviously has to be a production and a style of coaching that you feel fits. And whether it’s what he does as a defensive coordinator or especially down here now with his home for the most part being down here in the East what he could bring as far as familiarity to the league, the region. It was just a great fit, a great opportunity.
“And for him to jump on board and be a part of this, see what he’s done with our defense, he’s a great coach, great person, great family man. Our players really believe in him. Our staff does, too, as he manages them. It’s been really a great opportunity. And I’m glad that he was a big part of me coming there, trying to get me to Indiana. I’m glad he returned the favor and came when I called him as well.”
The crossover between Alabama and Indiana right now makes for some great story lines. DeBoer, Wommack, and more all were at the Hoosiers in the past, and Coach Cignetti was at Alabama under Nick Saban back in the early Saban years. That the two are now meeting in the playoffs feels like fate.
Star Alabama tight end Josh Cuevas has officially accepted an invite to the 2026 Panini Senior Bowl.
Congrats to Cuevas! He’s been one of the Tide’s unsung heroes this year, so it’ll be good for him to get the national exposure that comes with the senior bowl.
Finally, here’s a fun highlight video of the Oklahoma game from the UA official account. Enjoy!
