# BANDWAGON ALERT: Alabama's Keelon Russell HYPE Intensifies After CFM People and NFL Scouts REACT

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Podcast: [Locked On Bama - Daily Podcast On Alabama Crimson Tide Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-bama-daily-podcast-on-alabama-crimson-tide-football-basketball-884453)
Published: 2026-08-23T15:17:46+00:00
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Alabama Crimson Tide fans ride a wave of optimism as Keelon Russell claims the starting quarterback job, but is the hype justified or premature? Luke Robinson and Jimmy Stein dissect the buzz, including NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah spotlighting Russell, the emergence of Daniel Hill and Tre'Shawn Brown in the backfield, and the offensive line’s promising development. The duo breaks down potential starting lineups for the Tide’s opener against ECU, debate the depth at running back and tight end, and revisit high school recruiting headlines, including IMG and Buford’s impact prospects. The episode also covers the remarkable end to Columbia High School’s 101-game losing streak and offers a sneak peek at Alabama’s evolving RPO-heavy scheme. Can the Crimson Tide turn fresh talent and national attention into a championship run? Don’t miss these insights and bold predictions for the upcoming season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. . Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. LARINECO Give Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. Gametime Today…

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