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Alabama Crimson Tide follows up Kalen DeBoer move with Nate Oats contract extension

The University of Alabama has doubled down on its athletic ambitions, extending men’s basketball head coach Nate Oats’ contract shortly after finalizing a new deal for football head coach Kalen DeBoer. Both agreements were finalized on Wednesday by the Board of Trustees compensation committee, following postseason appearances by each program. Oats’ new contract adds two […] The post Alabama Crimson Tide follows up Kalen DeBoer move with Nate Oats contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Are Kalen DeBoer’s Contract Buyout Terms? What Happens If Alabama Fires Him Early?

Alabama Crimson Tide football has made a major long-term commitment to Kalen DeBoer, but the real story lies in the buyout terms. With payouts reaching $67.5 million if he’s fired early, the contract ensures stability—but at a steep price.

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“7 More Free Wins for Tennessee”: Fans React As Alabama Signs Kalen DeBoer To 7-Year, $12.5M Per Year Contract Extension

Kalen DeBoer has had two full seasons as the Alabama head coach after taking the reins from Nick Saban. DeBoer’s first year at Alabama was disappointing, as the Crimson Tide broke their longstanding streak of 10+ wins in a season and also failed to reach the college football playoffs. The second season was better for […]

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Alabama Locks In Kalen DeBoer With Massive 7-Year Extension

The Alabama Crimson Tide football program made an emphatic statement about the future of the program on Wednesday, officially securing head coach Kalen DeBoer with a lucrative new contract extension.According to On3, the Alabama board of trustees approved a new seven-year contract extension that elevates DeBoer’s annual salary to an average of $12.5 million, making […] The post Alabama Locks In Kalen DeBoer With Massive 7-Year Extension appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Kalen DeBoer, Alabama football agree to contract extension

The Alabama football team will continue its relationship with head coach Kalen DeBoer. DeBoer and the school are agreeing to a contract extension for the coach, per On3. The extension is for seven years, the outlet reported. It includes a pay raise for DeBoer, which will increase his annual salary to a $12.5 million average. […] The post Kalen DeBoer, Alabama football agree to contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LOOK: Ryan Williams and Fiancée Alexis Hill Share Hearty Moments Together During 2026 Offseason

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Williams joined Kalen DeBoer’s program in 2024. He made his Alabama debut months after DeBoer took over the Crimson Tide following the retirement of the great Nick Saban. While DeBoer was taking on a job with massive shoes to fill, Williams was coming off a great high school run […]

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Kalen DeBoer’s QB Dilemma Takes a New Turn After Alabama Insider Issues Verdict

Ty Simpson served as the main driving force behind Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama offense last season. Heading into training camp, Keelon Russell and Austin Mack are expected to carry on the competition for the Crimson Tide’s starting quarterback role. Kalen DeBoer Gets Critical Update from Insider About Alabama’s QB Race Russell looked like the better quarterback […]

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Kirby Smart Stands Firm on 1 Reason SEC Championship Game Must Never Be Eliminated

Last season’s SEC Championship Game was widely debated due to its potential implications on the teams that would be included in the 12-team College Football Playoff field. Head coach Kirby Smart’s Georgia Bulldogs defeated coach Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama Crimson Tide 28-7 in a one-sided affair at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Ultimately, both the Bulldogs and […]

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Steve Sarkisian Threatens Kalen DeBoer As 5-Star WR Teases Texas Decision

Steve Sarkisian already has a wide receiver commitment in the 2027 class in Easton Royal. However, the Longhorns are actively pursuing other top options in the spot to boost their roster for the future. Nation’s No. 1 2027 WR Flirts With Texas Longhorns in Wild Recruitment Journey On3’s Hayes Fawcett reported on Wednesday that Texas […]

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Ty Simpson Shares Powerful Injury Story That Shows Kalen DeBoer’s True Character

Ty Simpson is aiming to become the first Alabama quarterback selected in the first round since 2023. He enters the 2026 NFL Draft following the 2025 season under head coach Kalen DeBoer. Simpson discussed an interaction with DeBoer during an episode of “Gruden’s QB Class,” hosted by Jon Gruden. Simpson reflected on being in the […]

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Alabama Football Trending for Elite 2027 Defensive Lineman

The Alabama Crimson Tide is once again building momentum on the recruiting trail, this time in the 2027 class. Following a new Crystal Ball prediction from Bama247 insider Brett Greenberg, Alabama is now trending to land elite defensive lineman Mitchell Turner, one of the top prospects in the country.Greenberg’s projection signals growing confidence behind the […] The post Alabama Football Trending for Elite 2027 Defensive Lineman appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Kalen DeBoer Shares Concerning Injury Update on Transfer Wide Receiver

The Alabama Crimson Tide held its annual A-Day scrimmage this past Saturday, and while most of the news was positive, one unfortunate moment stood out.Tide fans held a collective sigh when transfer wide receiver Noah Rogers went down with a lower-body injury in the middle of the two-hour scrimmage.On Monday, head coach Kalen DeBoer provided […] The post Kalen DeBoer Shares Concerning Injury Update on Transfer Wide Receiver appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Alabama’s Kalen DeBoer sounds off on intriguing QB battle after A-Day

Alabama football watched Keelon Russell put on a show during the Crimson Tide’s spring football game. Head coach Kalen DeBoer diffused the excitement, however, after A-Day. Russell impressed the third-year Tide head coach. But he told Ryan Fowler of 100.9 FM Monday that fans shouldn’t get too carried away with Russell just yet. “I think […] The post Alabama’s Kalen DeBoer sounds off on intriguing QB battle after A-Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alabama Loses 5-Star Recruiting Battle to Big 12 Team

As Alabama gears up for the 2026 college football season, the Crimson Tide held its annual A-Day Game on Saturday. Going into his third season with the team, head coach Kalen DeBoer is looking to lead Alabama to its 18th national championship title in program history and first since 2020. While ...

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Kalen DeBoer reveals injury update for key Alabama player

Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide are fresh off a College Football Playoff trip in DeBoer’s second season as head coach. Entering Year 3, there are high hopes, even with quarterback Ty Simpson leaving for the NFL Draft. On Saturday, Alabama held its A-Day scrimmage at Bryant-Denny Stadium, but the Crimson Tide saw an … The post Kalen DeBoer reveals injury update for key Alabama player appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kalen DeBoer Urged To Fix Alabama’s Biggest Issue Amid QB Dilemma

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer is in the spotlight as the Crimson Tide navigate an offseason of uncertainty after a disappointing finish to the 2025 season, which included losses in the SEC Championship Game and the Rose Bowl. DeBoer lost quarterback Ty Simpson to the NFL Draft process and is overseeing a quarterback battle in […]

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Alabama’s Keelon Russell makes resounding case for starting QB job at spring game

After falling short of the College Football Playoff two years ago and getting thumped by Indiana in the CFP quarterfinals last season, Alabama will be expected to genuinely contend for a national championship in Kalen DeBoer’s third campaign as head coach. Many fans are hopeful that quarterback Keelon Russell can push the Crimson Tide back […] The post Alabama’s Keelon Russell makes resounding case for starting QB job at spring game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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