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DeBoer to Name Alabama’s Starting Quarterback After Second Scrimmage

Interception-free first scrimmage performances have given DeBoer a clearer picture ahead of next week’s decision.

Aug. 4, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide players and coaches participate in a media day with reporters and fans at the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility. Quarterback Austin Mack smiles as he is surrounded by fans.
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July 31, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Head coach Kalen Deboer gives directions during the second practice session of the preseason for the Alabama Crimson Tide.
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Overview

  • In the opening fall camp scrimmage, all three contenders threw touchdown passes with zero interceptions and hovered around 65 percent completion.
  • DeBoer has set a firm deadline to announce the starter following the second scrimmage, which will precede the August 30 season opener at Florida State.
  • Ty Simpson’s veteran experience and Austin Mack’s status as the only returning passer with a previous touchdown have kept them at the front of the race.
  • Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb described reps as “status quo” among Simpson, Mack and Keelon Russell but noted Simpson’s unique workload as an encouraging sign.
  • Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron said he expects the decision to come down to Simpson or Mack and suggested Russell is unlikely to play this season.