Derrick Thomas Snubbed by College FB Hall of Fame
Politics keeps Alabama great Derrick Thomas out of the College Football Hall of Fame
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Quotes From The Bear
Simple words from a great man.
Quotes From "The Bear"
The other day I was scrolling through a bunch of quotes from the Bear and it hit me — This man was a walking, talking, ocean of wisdom. As I read through them one by one I found myself...
Up On My Tide Soap Box: "Rammer Jammer"
Is an Alabama tradition getting trampled on?
Alabama Football 1st Spring Practice Quick Hitters
*Looks like Saban has made his first classic "Try a guy at DB" move of the spring today. Cyrus Jones (who is now wearing #5) and Christion Jones were both seen working at DB today, though Christion...
Friday Reflection: Remember The Beginning
As a relatively young Alabama fan I have spent most of life hearing stories of how great Alabama use to be and how great those times were. Sure, I was alive in 1992 but at 10 years old (now 31)...
Degrees of Greatness
A Statistical Comparison of the 2009, 2011 and 2012 Alabama Defenses.
Alabama vs Notre Dame -- The 1975 Orange Bowl
In 1974 Alabama had an opportunity to capture the prize that eluded them the season prior -- the consensus national championship. But, once again, the primary obstacle standing between The Crimson Tide and that lofty goal was Notre Dame.
Alabama vs Notre Dame - The 1973 Sugar Bowl
The Crimson Tide and Fighting Irish first met in the 1973 Sugar Bowl in a game with everything on the line. Sportswriters called it "The Second Battle of New Orleans" and it earned the billing.
SB Nation College Football Hall Of Fame Inductee Derrick Thomas
Derrick Thomas, one of the most dominant defensive players in the history of college football, has been inducted into the SB Nation College Football Hall of Fame.
SB Nation College Football Hall Of Fame Inductee Paul W. Bryant
Paul W. Bryant is the inaugural coach to be inducted into the SB Nation College Football Hall of Fame
SB Nation College Football Hall Of Fame Inductee Ozzie Newsome
SB Nation College Football Hall Of Fame Inductee Ozzie Newsome
Otis Davis' 45 Seconds of Glory
In 1960, Tuscaloosa native Otis Davis won two gold medals at the summer Olympics in Rome including one of the most dramatic 400 meter finals in history.
The 1967 Walk-ons: The Forgotten Pioneers of Alabama Football's Integration
In spring of 1967 five black athletes walked on to the Alabama football team setting in motion the final steps toward the integration of the Crimson Tide.
Nothing New Under the Sun: The 1937 Rose Bowl and College Football's Unending Controversy
If you think the recent to-do about the college football post season is something novel and new, you haven't been paying attention. Roll Bama Roll looks back at the outcome of the 1936 season and finds things haven't changed that much.
The Legacies and Lessons of Bear Bryant and Joe Paterno
The similarities between Joe Paterno and Bear Bryant seem almost innumerable but the distinctions between them are also vastly important. Moreover, there may be lessons in Bryant's passing that can be learned from.
Coach Bryant's Defensive Theory for the Alabama Crimson Tide
A look at Paul W. Bryant's defensive philosophy as laid out in his 1967 playbook.
Alabama Football in National Geographic Magazine
Any college football program can get written about in Sports Illustrated, Alabama football get's a spread in National Geographic.
Alabama in AP No. 1 vs No. 2 Games
When Alabama and LSU face off Saturday it will be the seventh time the Crimson Tide has played in a game featuring the AP No. 1 vs. No. 2. Roll Bama Roll looks back on the previous six contests and their outcomes.
The Alabama vs. LSU Series History
Alabama's record against the LSU Tigers stands at 45-24-5. Roll Bama Roll looks back on the history of the series as the two teams prepare for their 75th matchup on Saturday.
Alabama's Homecoming Elephants
With Alabama's homecoming week upon us, Roll Bama Roll looks back at the history of bringing live elephants to the campus for the celebrations.
The Founding Fathers of SEC Football
Roll Bama Roll is getting ready to open the Crimson Tide's Southeastern Conference schedule with a little history exam. How many founders of the conference's football programs can you identify?
Alabama vs. Penn State: The Game Programs
Roll Bama Roll looks at the history of the Alabama vs. Penn State rivalry through the game programs.
Alabama's 1961 National Championship Season
Fifty years ago this season, Alabama claimed it's first national championship under Paul W. Bryant. Roll Bama Roll takes a look back at that the Crimson Tide's groundbreaking undefeated 1961 season.
Great Plays in Alabama History: JPW to Matt Caddell
RBR looks back at the first big win of the Nick Saban era at Alabama.
Great Plays in Alabama History: Bobby Humphrey TD Against Penn State
RBR looks back at a classic moment in the history of the Alabama v. Penn State rivalry.
