Former All-American LB Rueben Foster has planted his flag when it comes to who he believes should be the starting quarterback at Alabama in 2026.

Here is when Kalen DeBoer is to name the winner of the Alabama football starting quarterback battle between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack.

The QB battle at Alabama remains “deadlocked” between redshirt junior Austin Mack and redshirt freshman Keelon Russell. With spring practices done, the Bama fans are waiting to know their signal-caller.

Quarterback questions linger as an inexperienced offensive line creates significant uncertainty for Alabama's offense this season.

Austin Mack or Keelon Russell? One will seize Alabama's starting quarterback role after Ty Simpson's departure. Mack holds an edge, but Russell could surprise.

Alabama returns production from a year ago on both sides of the field. Here is the top returning player for Alabama at every position.

Following the departure of Alabama QB Ty Simpson to the NFL, the Tide’s QB1 position this season has become a battle between redshirt junior Austin Mack and redshirt freshman Keelon Russell following A-Day. Both are talented enough to take the starting role, but there’s a difference in experience.

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College Football Enquirer co-hosts Ross Dellenger, Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey discuss how the current battle for the Alabama quarterback position is a true rarity in the current college football climate. Check out the full conversation on the “College Football Enquirer” podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen.