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Welcome to Tide Talk Live, you're home for non-stop Alabama football content. Join your hosts Stacey Blackwood (formerly of USA TODAY SMG and Cover Crimson) and Jake Thomas for a deep dive into the Crimson Tide. Jake is a lifelong Tide fan who offers a fun and unique perspective on his favorite team. Aside from covering the greatest college football program of all time, we will also look around at the other elite sports at the Capstone such as the Alabama men's basketball team, the Alabama softball team, and much more! Roll Tide!

  1. 8 HR AGO

    Why Joel Klatt Is WRONG About Alabama Under Kalen DeBoer

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB9n... Did Alabama really fail to improve under Kalen DeBoer… or is the national media missing the bigger picture? In this episode of Tide Talk Live, we react to comments from Joel Klatt claiming Alabama did not improve in Year 2 under Kalen DeBoer after the Crimson Tide struggled physically against Indiana in the College Football Playoff. But here’s the problem with that argument… Indiana turned around and did the exact same thing to Oregon the very next week. So why is Alabama being used as the example of failure while other elite teams get a pass? We break down: Joel Klatt’s criticism of Alabama Why the Indiana argument falls apart The unrealistic Nick Saban standard How NIL and the transfer portal changed college football Why national media still misunderstands modern Alabama football The reality is Alabama is still being judged against near-perfection from a completely different era of college football — and that may be the biggest flaw in the conversation surrounding Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide. Subscribe for daily Alabama football coverage, recruiting news, game analysis, and more! #AlabamaFootball #RollTide #KalenDeBoer #CFP #CollegeFootball #TideTalkLive #NickSaban #JoelKlatt Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min

  2. 30 APR

    Alabama RB Room Breakdown: Why Freshman EJ Crowell Might Change EVERYTHING in 2026

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB9n... Alabama’s running back room is loaded—but could a true freshman be the X-factor? In this episode of Tide Talk Live, we break down the Crimson Tide’s post-spring outlook at running back and explain why five-star freshman EJ Crowell is already generating serious buzz heading into 2026. We dive into: The full post-spring evaluation of Alabama’s RB room Who stood out during spring practices Where the biggest questions still remain Why EJ Crowell’s skill set could elevate the entire offense How this group fits into Kalen DeBoer’s system moving forward Is Crowell the next elite Alabama back? Or is the hype getting ahead of reality? We break it all down. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more Alabama football content! #AlabamaFootball #RollTide #EJCrowell #CollegeFootball #SECFootball #TideTalkLive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    20 min
  3. 5-Star QB Elijah Haven Commits to Alabama, This Changes EVERYTHING

    25 APR

    5-Star QB Elijah Haven Commits to Alabama, This Changes EVERYTHING

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB9nykzECWAUFXwnguzijRQ/join Alabama football has landed a major commitment with five-star quarterback Elijah Haven announcing his decision to join the Crimson Tide. In this episode of Tide Talk Live, we give our instant reaction to Haven choosing Alabama and break down what this means for the future of the quarterback position. We discuss: What makes Elijah Haven a five-star prospect Why Alabama winning this recruitment is so significant How Haven fits into the future QB room What this means for Alabama’s long-term outlook on offense Is Elijah Haven the next great Alabama quarterback? #AlabamaFootball #RollTide #ElijahHaven Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    11 min
  4. Rams SHOCK NFL Draft, Take Ty Simpson at No. 13 + Alabama’s Round 1 Takeover

    24 APR

    Rams SHOCK NFL Draft, Take Ty Simpson at No. 13 + Alabama’s Round 1 Takeover

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB9nykzECWAUFXwnguzijRQ/join Alabama football showed out in the 2026 NFL Draft as Kadyn Proctor and Ty Simpson were both selected in the FIRST ROUND! In this episode of Tide Talk Live, we break down: Kadyn Proctor’s fit and long-term upside in the NFL Ty Simpson’s landing spot and development outlook Why both players could become major impact starters Day 2 and Day 3 Alabama prospects to watch Why Germie Bernard could be one of the biggest STEALS in the draft The Crimson Tide continues to dominate the NFL pipeline, and this draft class is no different. Drop your thoughts in the comments: Who will have the BEST NFL career — Proctor or Simpson? Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications for more Alabama football coverage! #AlabamaFootball #NFLDraft #RollTide #KadynProctor #TySimpson #GermieBernard Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    12 min
  5. Alabama STUNS College Football With Kalen DeBoer Extension

    22 APR

    Alabama STUNS College Football With Kalen DeBoer Extension

    Alabama just made a massive statement. The Alabama Crimson Tide football has signed head coach Kalen DeBoer to a 7-year extension worth $12.5M per year, locking him in as the leader of the program moving forward. This comes amid reported interest from the Michigan Wolverines football, making the timing even more interesting. In this LIVE show, we break down: What this contract REALLY means for Alabama Why the timing matters with Michigan lurking How this impacts recruiting and the future of the program Is DeBoer the long-term answer after Nick Saban? Drop your thoughts in the chat and join the conversation! #AlabamaFootball #RollTide #CFB #KalenDeBoer #CollegeFootball ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/60008478... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1hr 2min
  6. Alabama’s Defense Might Be SCARY in 2026

    21 APR

    Alabama’s Defense Might Be SCARY in 2026

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB9n... Alabama football is starting to take shape following spring practice, and the defensive side of the ball might be further along than expected. In this episode of Tide Talk Live, we break down our full post-spring Alabama defensive depth chart projections and why this unit has the potential to be one of the best in college football. We cover: The projected starters across the defensive line, linebacker, and secondary The most competitive position battles heading into fall camp Breakout candidates who could emerge as stars in 2026 Why this defense might set the tone for Alabama’s season After a strong showing this spring, could Alabama be building another elite defense? WATCH OUR OFFENSIVE BREAKDOWN HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88mEO... #RollTide #AlabamaFootball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    16 min
  7. Alabama’s NEW Offensive Depth Chart Has a MAJOR Surprise

    20 APR

    Alabama’s NEW Offensive Depth Chart Has a MAJOR Surprise

    Join this channel to get access to perks: / @tidetalklive Alabama football is starting to reveal its true identity coming out of spring practice, and the offensive depth chart is beginning to take shape. In this episode of Tide Talk Live, we break down our full post-spring Alabama offensive depth chart projections, including the biggest battles at quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and along the offensive line. We also discuss: Where Keelon Russell stands after A-Day Key position battles that are still wide open Potential breakout players heading into the 2026 season The biggest surprises from spring practice Could this version of Alabama’s offense look very different than expected? #RollTide #AlabamaFootball #KeelonRussell Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    23 min
  8. What We Learned from Alabama’s A-Day: Keelon Russell, O-Line & WR Concerns

    17 APR

    What We Learned from Alabama’s A-Day: Keelon Russell, O-Line & WR Concerns

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB9n... We’re wrapping up everything we learned from Alabama’s A-Day game with our final takeaways on the Crimson Tide offense heading into the 2026 season. In this episode, we break down the performance of 5-star QB Keelon Russell and what stood out most from his debut in front of fans. Is he ahead of schedule—and what does it mean for Alabama’s quarterback room moving forward? We also dive deep into the overall offensive showing from A-Day, including: The progress (and remaining concerns) with the offensive line Whether the run game is ready to take a major step forward How the wide receiver room looks after the injury to Noah Rogers Which young playmakers are starting to emerge Plus, we give our big-picture thoughts on where Kalen DeBoer’s offense stands right now—and what needs to improve before Week 1. If you’re an Alabama fan looking for real insight coming out of spring, this is the episode you don’t want to miss. Subscribe to Tide Talk Live for more Alabama football coverage, recruiting updates, and weekly analysis. #AlabamaFootball #RollTide #KeelonRussell #Aday #CollegeFootball #SEC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    17 min
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Welcome to Tide Talk Live, you're home for non-stop Alabama football content. Join your hosts Stacey Blackwood (formerly of USA TODAY SMG and Cover Crimson) and Jake Thomas for a deep dive into the Crimson Tide. Jake is a lifelong Tide fan who offers a fun and unique perspective on his favorite team. Aside from covering the greatest college football program of all time, we will also look around at the other elite sports at the Capstone such as the Alabama men's basketball team, the Alabama softball team, and much more! Roll Tide!

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  • Channel
    Bleav Football
  • Creator
    Stacey Blackwood & Jake Thomas
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    399
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Stacey Blackwood & Jake Thomas
  • Show Website
    Tide Talk Live

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