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Alabama high school football predictions: Experts pick the state semifinals

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November 27, 2025

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Alabama high school football predictions: Experts pick the state semifinals

Thompson and Opelika are already in next week’s Super 7 championships at Birmingham’s Protective Stadium.

The other 12 finalists will be decided Friday night in the Class 1A-6A semifinals.

Breaking down the semifinals

Round 4 news, notes, schedule

Thirteen teams are still undefeated heading into Round 4. The most surprising semifinalist is Scottsboro in Class 5A. The Wildcats are the only unranked team remaining. They host Moody with a chance to reach the finals.

Here is how the AL.com experts pick this week’s semifinal games:

CLASS 6A

Benjamin Russell (12-1) at Saraland (12-0)

Ben Thomas: Saraland 35-28

Dennis Victory: Saraland 42-28

Randy Kennedy: Saraland 35-33

John Vella: Saraland 36-24

Gerhard Mathangani: Saraland 31-28

Simone Eli: Saraland 34-20

Thomas Ashworth: Saraland 41-39

Clay-Chalkville (13-0) at Muscle Shoals (12-0)

Ben Thomas: Clay-Chalkville 21-14

Dennis Victory: Clay-Chalkville 31-30

Randy Kennedy: Clay-Chalkville 17-14

John Vella: Clay-Chalkville 32-30

Gerhard Mathangani: Clay-Chalkville 35-28

Simone Eli: Clay-Chalkville 27-17

Thomas Ashworth: Muscle Shoals 24-23

CLASS 5A

Vigor (11-2) at Williamson (13-0)

Ben Thomas: Williamson 20-12

Dennis Victory: Williamson 19-18

Randy Kennedy: Williamson 22-21

John Vella: Williamson 27-18

Gerhard Mathangani: Williamson 24-23

Simone Eli: Vigor 23-17

Thomas Ashworth: Vigor 24-23

Moody (11-2) at Scottsboro (9-4)

Ben Thomas: Moody 42-21

Dennis Victory: Moody 38-21

Randy Kennedy: Moody 41-24

John Vella: Moody 31-28

Gerhard Mathangani: Moody 38-31

Simone Eli: Moody 30-16

Thomas Ashworth: Moody 37-28

CLASS 4A

Jackson (11-2) at St. Michael (13-0)

Ben Thomas: Jackson 41-34

Dennis Victory: Jackson 51-50

Randy Kennedy: Jackson 43-42

John Vella: Jackson 40-33

Gerhard Mathangani: St. Michael 28-27

Simone Eli: St. Michael 38-35

Thomas Ashworth: Jackson 38-37

Anniston (13-0) at Plainview (13-0)

Ben Thomas: Anniston 28-17

Dennis Victory: Anniston 22-21

Randy Kennedy: Anniston 30-20

John Vella: Plainview 24-16

Gerhard Mathangani: Plainview 27-24

Simone Eli: Anniston 28-20

Thomas Ashworth: Anniston 34-23

CLASS 3A

Southside-Selma (13-0) at Bayside Academy (12-1)

Ben Thomas: Bayside Academy 31-23

Dennis Victory: Bayside Academy 24-22

Randy Kennedy: Bayside Academy 31-27

John Vella: Bayside Academy 30-28

Gerhard Mathangani: Bayside Academy 21-17

Simone Eli: Bayside Academy 24-23

Thomas Ashworth: Bayside Academy 34-31

Piedmont (13-0) at Mars Hill (13-0)

Ben Thomas: Mars Hill 38-30

Dennis Victory: Mars Hill 28-21

Randy Kennedy: Mars Hill 34-33

John Vella: Mars Hill 36-32

Gerhard Mathangani: Mars Hill 28-27

Simone Eli: Mars Hill 31-28

Thomas Ashworth: Mars Hill 37-35

CLASS 2A

Reeltown (10-3) at Lanett (11-2)

Ben Thomas: Reeltown 21-16

Dennis Victory: Reeltown 28-27

Randy Kennedy: Reeltown 20-19

John Vella: Reeltown 27-21

Gerhard Mathangani: Lanett 21-18

Simone Eli: Reeltown 34-27

Thomas Ashworth: Reeltown 31-27

Coosa Christian (11-2) at Pisgah (11-2)

Ben Thomas: Coosa Christian 33-17

Dennis Victory: Coosa Christian 35-28

Randy Kennedy: Coosa Christian 37-30

John Vella: Coosa Christian 39-28

Gerhard Mathangani: Coosa Christian 27-24

Simone Eli: Coosa Christian 42-21

Thomas Ashworth: Coosa Christian 20-16

CLASS 1A

Leroy (13-0) at Maplesville (13-0)

Ben Thomas: Maplesville 35-27

Dennis Victory: Maplesville 28-14

Randy Kennedy: Maplesville 20-10

John Vella: Maplesville 35-24

Gerhard Mathangani: Maplesville 14-7

Simone Eli: Maplesville 21-14

Thomas Ashworth: Maplesville 24-6

Wadley (12-0) at Addison (12-1)

Ben Thomas: Wadley 41-28

Dennis Victory: Wadley 38-28

Randy Kennedy: Wadley 35-15

John Vella: Wadley 45-30

Gerhard Mathangani: Wadley 21-18

Simone Eli: Wadley 38-17

Thomas Ashworth: Wadley 38-24

STANDINGS

Last week, overall

Ben Thomas 16-4, 212-68

Dennis Victory 15-5, 211-69

Randy Kennedy 14-6, 210-70

John Vella 15-5, 207-73

Gerhard Mathangani 13-7, 202-78

Simone Eli 16-4, 200-80

Thomas Ashworth 17-3, 198-82

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Alabama D-lineman LT Overton cleared to return for playoff quarterfinals

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December 24, 2025

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Alabama D-lineman LT Overton cleared to return for playoff quarterfinals

Alabama defensive lineman LT Overton has been cleared to return from an undisclosed illness, sources confirm to BamaOnLine. Overton will play in the Crimson Tide’s Rose Bowl matchup with Indiana on New Year’s Day. CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz first reported the Overton news.

Earlier on Tuesday, Overton stated, “Back like I never left,” on his Instagram story.

On Monday, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer provided an update on Overton’s progress.

“LT, just continue to monitor him,” DeBoer said. “Definitely not ruling him out right now, but we’ll continue to evaluate him and see how things go here in the days ahead.”

Overton has missed the last two games because of an illness. The senior started the first 12 games of Alabama’s 2025 season before being ruled out for the SEC Championship Game. He is second on the team in sacks (4) and has recorded 35 tackles and six tackles for loss.

Overton’s return will be a boost for an Alabama defense that recorded a season-high five sacks in its 34-24 playoff win over Oklahoma. One of Overton’s backups, Keon Keeley, had one of the five sacks. The senior was missed in the Crimson Tide’s SEC title game loss to Georgia.

DeBoer said on Monday that Alabama was “as healthy as we’ve been in a long time.” The Tide offense was nearly at full strength in Norman. Now, the defense is healthy with Overton back.

Alabama will play Indiana in Pasadena, Calif., on Thursday, January 1, at 3 p.m. CT (ESPN).

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Alabama in the NFL: Former Heisman winner among best from Week 16

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December 23, 2025

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Alabama in the NFL: Former Heisman winner among best from Week 16

Yet another week of NFL action has passed, and once again, it was a huge slate for Alabama Crimson Tide football.

A slate of games in which multiple teams clinched playoff berths, former Alabama players were back in action this past weekend at the professional level, with many going on to make significant impacts in their respective games. Some of those same names were also recently named to the 2026 Pro Bowl, only adding to what has been a solid overall season for the Crimson Tide in the NFL.

With the likes of Jalen Hurts, Malachi Moore, and Bryce Young among the names who also enjoyed a big week, here are five of Alabama’s top performing former players during Week 16 in the NFL.

Derrick Henry, Running Back – Baltimore Ravens

The former Heisman Trophy winner was likely Alabama’s top offensive performance of Week 16, even despite losing a fumble in the Baltimore Ravens’ 28-24 loss to the New England Patriots. In all, Henry rushed for 128 yards and two touchdowns on 18 attempts, translating to an average of 7.1 yards per carry.

Jonathan Allen, Defensive Tackle – Minnesota Vikings

In a week loaded with impressive defensive performances, there were likely none greater than that of Allen during a 16-13 win for the Minnesota Vikings over the New York Giants. Allen finished the game with eight total tackles, four of which were solo, along with one sack, two TFL, and one quarterback hit.

Will Reichard, Kicker – Minnesota Vikings

Another member of the Minnesota Vikings who made an impact in their 16-13 win over the New York Giants was the former Alabama kicker. Also making his lone extra point attempt, Reichard finished 3-for-3 on field goal attempts, a trio of makes that came from 43, 31, and 30 yards.

Jordan Battle, Safety – Cincinnati Bengals

Battle enjoyed a huge performance during the Bengals’ 45-21 win over the Miami Dolphins, leading Cincinnati with a total of 10 tackles. Of those 10 tackles, six from Battle were solo.

Marlon Humphrey, Cornerback – Baltimore Ravens

Rounding out Alabama’s top performances from NFL Week 16 was Humphrey, who enjoyed a solid showing despite the Baltimore Ravens’ 28-24 loss to the New England Patriots. Humphrey finished with six total tackles, all of which were solo, two pass defenses, and an interception.

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McDaniel has 23, Memphis defeats Alabama State 88-67

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December 23, 2025

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McDaniel has 23, Memphis defeats Alabama State 88-67

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Dug McDaniel scored 23 points as Memphis beat Alabama State 88-67 on Monday night.

McDaniel went 8 of 16 from the field (7 for 12 from 3-point range) for the Tigers (5-7). Curtis Givens III scored 18 points and added three steals. Ashton Hardaway shot 4 for 8 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line to finish with 15 points, while adding seven rebounds and five steals.

Asjon Anderson led the way for the Hornets (3-9) with 16 points. Damarien Yates added 13 points and nine rebounds for Alabama State. Tyler Mason also recorded 12 points. The loss is the sixth in a row for the Hornets.

McDaniel scored 14 points in the first half to help Memphis build a 42-33 halftime lead. Memphis pulled away with a 12-2 run in the second half to extend a nine-point lead to 19 points.

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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

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