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Alabama Crimson Tide names starter for week one: Keelon Russell gets nod as Bama quarterback
The Alabama Crimson Tide have named Keelon Russell as their starter for week one of the college football regular season.
The Alabama Crimson Tide has named quarterback Keelon Russell as its starter for Week One, bringing an end to intense competition among young signal-callers in Tuscaloosa. Russell, a redshirt freshman, will look to lead the team against their first opponent of the season. The naming of a starter marks a significant milestone in the college football regular season, which is set to kick off soon. Russell's selection has also provided the Crimson Tide with a much-needed boost heading into the new season.
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