Who is Keelon Russell? Meet Alabama's new QB1 replacing Ty Simpson
Here's everything to know about the new signal caller in Tuscaloosa.
Keelon Russell is Alabama's new starting quarterback, replacing Ty Simpson who is now in the NFL. Russell is a highly-rated recruit from Duncanville, Texas, who was a five-star signal-caller and the No. 2 overall quarterback in the class of 2025. In high school, he threw for 7,444 yards, 90 touchdowns, and only seven interceptions, with a 70.8% completion rate.
He also rushed for 625 yards and seven touchdowns. Russell's versatility as a runner and his ability to make quick decisions in scrambling situations make him a promising prospect for Alabama. He is expected to lead the team in Week 1 against East Carolina.
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