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Ryan Grubb explains why he left Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama football staff for Seattle Seahawks

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February 16, 2024

Ryan Grubb explains why he left Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama football staff for Seattle Seahawks

Ryan Grubb and Alabama football was a short-lived marriage — if you even want to call it that.

Almost one week after introducing himself at an Alabama event as the Crimson Tide’s new offensive coordinator, Grubb at an introductory news conference officially introduced himself to Seattle media, in the same role for the Seahawks.

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Grubb on Thursday fielded an assortment of questions across different topics. Among them: why he decided to join new Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald’s staff after following Kalen DeBoer from Washington to Alabama.

He was never officially introduced as the Tide’s offensive coordinator, but was presumed to take the role after following DeBoer in previous stops at Sioux Falls (2007-09), Eastern Michigan (2014-16), Fresno State (2017-18, 2020-21) and Washington (2022-23).

“Thought about that process a lot of times honestly so just in this situation (this time) made it tougher,” Grubb said. “He (DeBoer) was getting it started at Alabama and I wanted to be there for him but I knew this is what ultimately I wanted to do if the right situation came up.

“The timing is so difficult to describe so I think that was the hardest part. … We knew this day would come and I’m excited for Kalen, he’s going to do a phenomenal job down at Alabama.”

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Grubb said he was in the mix for Macdonald’s offensive coordinator position when he traveled down to Tuscaloosa for the same role in DeBoer’s Alabama staff. But, because of uncertainty in that process with the Seahawks, he began his role and duties with the Crimson Tide.

“That’s where I was,” Grubb said. “Nothing was set here (in Seattle). Mike was going through his process and trying to make the best decisions he could for the Seahawks, so nothing was set and I had to keep moving forward with the job that I had taken an that was the Alabama offensive coordinator job. I had to trust the process and know that it would end up the right way.”

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Grubb noted that his relationship with Macdonald began last year at the NFL combine in Indianapolis — when Macdonald was then the Baltimore Ravens’ defensive coordinator. He added that he didn’t think making the jump from the college ranks to the NFL would have happened as quickly as it did.

“I met Mike about a year ago and started to build a relationship not with any necessarily ended mind but that is just how the process goes in the football world,” Grubb said. “I got to know him through a couple different conversations and built that relationship over time and kind of knew there might be the kind of opportunity like this down the line. Didn’t think it’d happen the very first year.

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He added: “This is like the unicorn event in coaching. The fact that I got to stay right here and (become an NFL coordinator) in a city, in a place that I already love … is special.”

Grubb also spoke on why he took former Washington and Alabama offensive lineman coach Scott Huff with him to Seattle.

“Continuity and translation up front is really important,” Grubsaid b on the importance of him adding Huff to the staff. “I’ve always felt like Scott was an NFL-caliber line coach and he’s had opportunities to leave in the past so to do it and have our system really helps the installation process and the beginning points for the teams.”

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Governor Ivey proclaims March 30 Doctors Day in Alabama

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March 30, 2026

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Governor Ivey proclaims March 30 Doctors Day in Alabama

Governor Kay Ivey has proclaimed Alabama Doctors Day on March 30, calling on residents to express appreciation for the state’s physicians.

A proclamation issued by the Governor notes that approximately 13,000 physicians are licensed to practice medicine in Alabama and highlights the doctor-patient relationship as “the foundation of high-quality healthcare.”

“Alabama’s physicians are honored to serve our fellow citizens during some of the most critical moments of their lives,” said Dr. Mark LeQuire, President of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama. “Being a physician is a calling to help and heal people.”

Dr. Max Rogers, Chairman of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners, also expressed gratitude for the recognition.

“Physicians understand the extraordinary responsibility we carry,” Rogers said. “Our decisions shape lives and guide families through uncertainty. We thank our patients for their trust and Gov. Ivey for recognizing Doctors Day.”

The Medical Association of the State of Alabama and the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners both expressed gratitude to the Governor for the proclamation.

Sawyer Knowles is a capitol reporter for Yellowhammer News. You may contact him at [email protected].

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Alabama football makes CBS Sports’ ‘most hated teams of all-time’ list

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March 29, 2026

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Alabama football makes CBS Sports’ ‘most hated teams of all-time’ list

Alabama football will never be without its share of critics and detractors, no matter who roams the sidelines at Bryant-Denny Stadium — or previously Birmingham’s Legion Field.

That was especially true during Nick Saban’s illustrious tenure as Crimson Tide head coach. Between 2009 and 2020, Saban produced six national championships in his 17 full seasons in Tuscaloosa.

In the grand scheme of things, though, there’s one team CBS Sports believes best embodies the spirit of hate Alabama received under Saban better than any other. That would be the Crimson Tide’s 2011 squad.

Alabama and LSU were indisputably the best two teams in college football that year. Oklahoma State was a distant third behind the two SEC behemoths, who met in their annual regular-season showdown in early November 2011: the “Game of the Century” at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa. LSU won, 9-6, in overtime.

And that seemed to be that for Alabama’s national championship hopes.

But then a month of chaos ensued: Oklahoma State lost to Iowa State. Boise State lost to TCU. Oregon lost to USC. Alabama was suddenly propelled back into title contention, and an eventual rematch with LSU for the BCS National Championship Game was set for Jan. 9, 2012, at the Superdome in New Orleans.

From start to finish, Alabama throttled the Tigers behind one of the most suffocating defensive performances in college football history. ESPN broadcaster Brent Musburger famously quipped, “This is a mauling, folks, a mauling.”

LSU didn’t reach midfield until the fourth quarter, and while the game might have lacked for offense, Trent Richardson’s 34-yard touchdown run with 4:36 to play put Alabama up 21-0 and secured Saban’s second of six national championships in Tuscaloosa.

CBS Sports’ Brad Crawford said of why the 2011 Tide was so hated:

“Blame Nick Saban for much of the hate the SEC received for a decade-plus during his illustrious tenure in Tuscaloosa. Universally hated by just about everyone outside of Alabama during his reign, the Crimson Tide won more games from 2010 to 2020 than any program in the country and churned out more first-round picks as well. Saban collected six national titles and countless conference championships over his 17-year reign, but it was Alabama’s rematch opportunity with LSU in the 2011 national title game two months after losing to the Tigers, 9-6, that tossed lighter fluid on the fire aimed at taking computers out of the mix to determine college football’s championship matchup. Alabama’s 21-0 destruction of LSU equaled the third-lowest TV viewership in the 14-year history of the BCS final.”

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When looking at any Mount Rushmore of most hated college football teams, no Alabama squad has anything on the late 80s Miami Hurricanes. Alabama’s 2011 team was only No. 10 overall on CBS Sports’ list. Jimmy Johnson’s 1986 Miami team was No. 1.

Crawford said of the Hurricanes:

“The birth of “The U” under Jimmy Johnson is when the Hurricanes truly became college football’s bad boys. On a team loaded with future NFL talent, Johnson essentially didn’t believe in suspensions and handled all disciplinary action “in-house” — whatever that meant during a time of little to no NCAA regulation. That included several slap-on-the-wrist penalties for alleged shoplifting and fraud infractions involving his top talent. Miami’s swag wasn’t enough in the national championship game against Penn State after the Hurricanes infamously stepped off the plane in military fatigues. Heisman-winning Miami quarterback Vinny Testaverde threw five interceptions, and the Hurricanes fell, 14-10, for their only loss of the season. Over five seasons with the Hurricanes, Johnson went 52-9 with a national title in 1987 and three top-3 finishes, putting together one of the greatest runs of all-time. The 1986 team, though, was the nastiest group.”

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For the most hated SEC team of all-time in CBS Sports’ rankings, Crawford put Cam Newton-led Auburn at the top of the list and writes:

“These Tigers stand as one of the SEC’s most hated teams ever. In a setting made for reality TV, Cam Newton captivated viewers with his Heisman-level athleticism on the field and his never-ending saga off of it. Kicked out at Florida before starring in the JUCO ranks, Newton landed at Auburn pre-NIL as a transfer and was Gene Chizik’s claim to fame. Much like Jameis Winston and Johnny Manziel, Newton was vilified by opposing fans, and many anxiously awaited his moment of failure. But it never came. Newton won the SEC and directed his team to an unblemished national championship season, recording one of the single-most impressive campaigns in the sport’s history. Newton earned 729 first-place Heisman votes, a then record-setting margin, with the next closest player being Andrew Luck (78).”

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ALBBAA launches 2026 Big Gobbler Photo Contest for Alabama Black Belt turkey hunters

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March 29, 2026

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ALBBAA launches 2026 Big Gobbler Photo Contest for Alabama Black Belt turkey hunters

The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association (ALBBAA) is inviting hunters across the state to take part in its 14th annual Big Gobbler Photo Contest during the 2026 spring turkey season.

According to the association, the contest highlights Alabama’s Black Belt region — a 23-county area long known for its strong turkey populations, hunting traditions, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Hunters who harvest a gobbler within the region are eligible to submit a photo for a chance to win a prize package that includes a $100 gift card, hunting gear, and a copy of Black Belt Bounty, along with a Buckmasters prize pack for the first-place winner.

“This is the 14th year for our Big Gobbler Contest, and it’s a wonderful way to further educate the public on all the natural resources found in Alabama’s 23-county Black Belt,” said ALBBAA director Pam Swanner. “Hunters flock to the Black Belt from all over the country to access our abundant hunting opportunities while also enjoying our area’s unique natural scenery, historical sites and local food and entertainment.”

The winning photo will be determined by online voting, which runs through May 10 at 11:59 p.m. Participants may vote once per day using an email address and IP address.

To ensure fairness, contest rules limit entries to one per participant and exclude winners from the previous two years. All contest decisions made by ALBBAA officials are final.

Submitted photos must also meet guidelines promoting ethical hunting and wildlife stewardship. Entries may be disqualified if they depict unethical behavior, violate Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources regulations, or show unfair voting practices.

“It’s always rewarding to see the photos entered into the Big Gobbler Photo Contest every year,” Swanner said. “We know we have amazing turkey hunting available here in the Black Belt and what makes it truly special is seeing photos of young hunters bagging their first gobbler or father-and-son or mother-and-daughter hunting together. Those memories will surely last a lifetime.”

ALBBAA encourages participants to comply with all state hunting regulations, including obtaining a valid license through the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

The Black Belt region includes Barbour, Bullock, Butler, Choctaw, Clarke, Conecuh, Crenshaw, Dallas, Greene, Hale, Lee, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Monroe, Montgomery, Perry, Pickens, Pike, Russell, Sumter, Tuscaloosa and Wilcox counties.

Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].

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