Tuscaloosa, Ala. – The Alabama Crimson Tide is set to welcome the Florida State Seminoles to Bryant‑Denny Stadium for their second home game of the 2026 season. After a 45‑17 victory over Kentucky, the Tide has released its game‑day depth chart for the September 19 matchup.
Key Returns and Questionable Players
Starting right guard Michael Carroll, who missed the Kentucky game, is back on the offensive line. Running back AK Dear is listed as questionable, with the final decision expected closer to kickoff.
Offensive Depth Chart
Quarterbacks: Keelon Russell (starter), Austin Mack, Jett Thomalla.
Running Backs: Daniel Hill, Trae’shawn Brown (or EJ Crowell or Kevin Riley).
Wide Receivers – Z Slot: Rico Scott, Cederian Morgan.
Wide Receivers – X Slot: Ryan Coleman‑Williams, Derek Meadows.
Wide Receivers – H Slot: Lotzeir Brooks, Tyler Henderson.
Tight Ends – Y Position: Kaleb Edwards (or Josh Ford or Danny Lewis Jr.).
Tight Ends – H Position: Marshall Pritchett, Jay Lindsey, Mack Sutter.
Offensive Line – Left Tackle: Jackson Lloyd, Tyrell Miller.
Left Guard: William Sanders, Mal Waldrep Jr., Kaden Strayhorn.
Center: Racin Delgatty, Casey Poe.
Right Guard: Michael Carroll, Ethan Fields.
Right Tackle: Jayvin James, Nick Brooks.
Defensive Depth Chart
Defensive Ends: Bandit, Devan Thompkins (or Desmond Umeozulu), Fatutoa Henry.
Defensive Tackles: Terrance Green, London Simmons, Isaia Faga.
Defensive Tackle – Alternate: Kedrick Bingley‑Jones (or Devan Thompkins), Edric Hill, Wolf, Yhonzae Pierre.
Linebackers: Justin Hill (or Jah‑Marien Latham), Mike, Caleb Woodson, Xavier Griffin, Stinger, Luke Metz.
Quarterback‑safety: Reese, Abduall Sanders Jr.
Cornerbacks: Zabien Brown, Zyan Gibson; Dijon Lee Jr., Carmelo O’Neal.
Free Safety: Bray Hubbard, Zavier Mincey.
Strong Safety: Keon Sabb, Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. (or Ivan Taylor), Huksy, Red Morgan.
Special Teams – Punter/Kicker: Lorcan Quinn (or Conor Talty).
Holder: Alex Asparuhov.
Long Snapper: Alex Asparuhov, Adam Watford (or Anderson Green).
Snappers: Ethan Stangle (or Alex Rozier).
Press‑Receiver: Ryan Coleman‑Williams (or Dijon Lee Jr. or Rico Scott).
Kicker‑Or‑Runner: Dijon Lee Jr. (or Lotzeir Brooks or Trae’shawn Brown).
Game Details
Alabama, ranked No. 10, will tip off at 2:30 p.m. Central Time on ABC. The game marks a chance for revenge after the Seminoles defeated the Tide 31‑17 in the 2025 season opener.
Local Coverage
Wyatt Fulton, the Tide’s 100.9 DME and Brand Manager, provides ongoing coverage on X (formerly Twitter) at @FultonW_. Fans can follow his updates for in‑game insights and post‑game analysis.
Recent Performance
The Crimson Tide entered the weekend on a high note, scoring 32 unanswered points in a 45‑17 win over Kentucky. The depth chart reflects the coaching staff’s confidence in both returning starters and emerging talent as they prepare for the Florida State challenge.
Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.
