WAKE UP BAMA - An Alabama Football Podcast with Kyle Henderson

Alabama vs. Florida State GAME DAY is here! Wake Up Bama gets you ready for Week 3 with the final Alabama football preview, keys to victory, players to watch, injury updates, predictions and everything you need before kickoff from Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Kyle Henderson breaks down Keelon Russell's continued development, Daniel Hill and Alabama's emerging rushing identity, the potential return of AK Dear, Michael Carroll returning to the offensive line, Ryan Coleman-Williams, Lotzeir Brooks and what Ryan Grubb's offense needs to show against Florida State.

On defense, can Kane Wommack's Alabama defense continue its dominant start? Florida State enters averaging more than 200 rushing yards per game, while Alabama has allowed just 32.5 rushing yards per game through two games. We break down Ashton Daniels, the Seminoles' rushing attack, Alabama's pass rush, Luke Metz, Caleb Woodson, Devin Tompkins and the matchup that could determine the game.

Plus, Kyle gives his final Alabama 41, Florida State 10 prediction, More or Less picks and five keys to an Alabama victory.

The Game Day Mega Show continues with the best Alabama fan calls of the week, College Football Final, the biggest SEC and Top 25 games, and Bama in the NFL, including Derrick Henry, Bryce Young, Jahmyr Gibbs, Jalen Hurts and more former Crimson Tide stars.

Then join us again for the Alabama vs. Florida State LIVE watch-along at 2 PM CT!

🐘 Alabama Football News & Analysis
🏈 Wake Up Bama Game Day Mega Show
📍 Alabama vs. Florida State — Week 3
💬 Rep your city and give us a ROLL TIDE!

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Alabama football gets another shot at Florida State after last season's 31-17 loss, and Friday's Wake Up Bama focuses on what the Crimson Tide must prove before kickoff.

Kyle Henderson explains why this may be Alabama's ultimate “rat poison” game, why Kane Wommack's defense could set the tone, and why Florida State's rushing attack remains the biggest threat to an Alabama blowout.

Can Keelon Russell and Ryan Grubb finally establish consistent offensive rhythm? What changes with Michael Carroll expected back? Can Daniel Hill and Alabama's improved running game continue producing? Will Alabama get more wide receivers involved against Florida State?

Plus, we break down Florida State's tempo, Ashton Daniels, Alabama's dominant run defense, the Crimson Tide pass rush, linebacker play, special teams and the areas that would remain concerning even in an Alabama victory.

Kyle's final prediction remains Alabama 41, Florida State 10.

What does Alabama have to prove Saturday? Drop your take in the comments and give us a ROLL TIDE!

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Alabama vs. Florida State is here, and Kyle Henderson makes his official Week 3 score prediction on Wake Up Bama. Alabama enters the matchup 2–0 while Florida State arrives in Tuscaloosa with major questions surrounding Mike Norvell and the Seminoles program.

Kyle breaks down Keelon Russell, Daniel Hill, Ryan Coleman-Williams, Alabama's improved running game, Kane Wommack's dominant defense and the biggest matchups against Ashton Daniels, Ousmane Kromah and 6-foot-6 receiver Deuce Robinson.

Is this a dangerous rat-poison game for Alabama—or will the Crimson Tide roll at Bryant-Denny Stadium? Plus: keys to the game, Florida State's upset formula, Alabama's blowout formula, players to watch, More or Less predictions and Kyle's official Alabama 41, Florida State 10 final score prediction.

🐘 Alabama Football News & Analysis
🏈 Wake Up Bama
📍 Alabama vs. Florida State — Week 3
💬 Rep your city, give us a ROLL TIDE and drop your score prediction!

Alabama Football is putting up points and running the football better—but is Ryan Grubb’s offense truly headed in the right direction?

On today’s Wake Up Bama, Kyle Henderson breaks down the “expensive lessons” Keelon Russell is learning, Ryan Grubb’s assessment of Alabama’s offense, the communication issues against Kentucky, and what must improve before the Crimson Tide takes on Florida State.

We also dive into Daniel Hill and Alabama’s improved rushing attack, the offensive line, Ryan Coleman-Williams, Lotzeir Brooks, and whether the numbers tell the full story about this offense.

Is Alabama’s offense getting better under Ryan Grubb—or are there still reasons for concern?

🐘 Alabama Football News & Analysis
🏈 Wake Up Bama
📍 Florida State Week
💬 Rep your city and give us a ROLL TIDE in the comments!

Alabama football is 2-0, and Kane Wommack’s defense is producing some of the most dominant numbers in college football through the first two weeks of the 2026 season.

On Tuesday’s Wake Up Bama, Kyle Henderson breaks down Alabama’s defensive performance through two games and what comes next against Florida State.

The Crimson Tide enters Week 3 ranked No. 1 nationally in third-down defense, with opponents converting just 1-of-23 attempts — 4.3%. Alabama is also No. 4 nationally in run defense at 32 yards allowed per game, No. 6 in total defense at 185.5 yards per game and No. 35 in pass defense.

We discuss how Kane Wommack has built this defensive identity, whether the third-down dominance is sustainable, Alabama’s pass rush development, Devin Tompkins’ emergence, the secondary’s depth and why explosive passes remain the biggest concern.

Florida State presents a different challenge with tempo, motion and quarterback Ashton Daniels, who Wommack has faced before. Can Alabama continue controlling the run, generate pressure without losing contain and eliminate explosive plays?

Plus, Kalen DeBoer discusses Alabama’s response to communication issues, Daniel Hill’s 100-yard rushing performance and the mindset entering a Florida State rematch after last season’s loss.

On today’s Wake Up Bama:

🐘 Alabama’s defense becoming the team’s identity
🛡️ No. 1 nationally on third down
🔥 Opponents are 1-for-23
💪 No. 4 run defense
⚡ Seven sacks through two games
📈 Devin Tompkins’ emergence
👀 Secondary depth
⚠️ Explosive passes remain the concern
🏃 Florida State’s tempo challenge
🎯 Ashton Daniels matchup
🧠 Kane Wommack’s defensive keys
🗣️ Kalen DeBoer on communication adversity
🏥 Alabama injury update
🏃 Daniel Hill spotlight
🔥 Florida State revenge-game question
🏆 Is Alabama’s defense championship-caliber?

Drop your answer in the comments and give us a ROLL TIDE!

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Alabama football is 2-0 and 1-0 in SEC play after beating Kentucky 45-17, and after rewatching the Crimson Tide's first SEC road victory, it's time for the final verdict and complete Week 2 grades.

Ryan Grubb continues to receive criticism for Alabama's offensive rhythm, but are the numbers telling a different story? Alabama has 89 rushing attempts and 400 rushing yards through two games while averaging approximately 191 rushing yards per game after averaging only 104 per game last season.

On Monday's Wake Up Bama, Kyle Henderson breaks down what changed after rewatching Alabama-Kentucky and grades Ryan Grubb's play-calling, Keelon Russell, Daniel Hill and the running backs, Alabama's offensive line, wide receivers and tight ends.

We also grade Kane Wommack and the Alabama defense after another dominant performance. Alabama's opponents have converted just 1-of-23 third downs through two games, while the Crimson Tide pass rush has produced seven sacks.

Plus: Luke Metz, Caleb Woodson, Devin Tompkins, Conor Talty, Alex Ospraff, Lotzeir Brooks and Rico Scott headline our Stock Up report.

Finally, we officially close the book on Kentucky and begin looking toward Week 3 with the biggest concern, Alabama's biggest advantage and what Kalen DeBoer's team must improve next.

Is Ryan Grubb receiving fair criticism? Grade Alabama's offensive coordinator through two games in the comments.

ROLL TIDE!

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Alabama football is 2-0 after a wild 45-17 road victory over Kentucky, but the final score doesn't tell the entire story.

The Crimson Tide trailed Kentucky 17-13 at halftime after Keelon Russell experienced the first major adversity of his young Alabama career. Russell threw a pick-six, committed multiple turnovers and Alabama dealt with communication issues in its first SEC road environment.

Then everything changed.

Alabama responded with 32 unanswered points in the second half, outscoring Kentucky 18-0 in the third quarter and 14-0 in the fourth.

On this Sunday edition of Wake Up Bama, Kyle Henderson delivers his complete Alabama-Kentucky reaction and breaks down what Kalen DeBoer's team proved by responding to adversity.

We discuss Keelon Russell's performance and response after his mistakes, Daniel Hill's breakout 100-yard rushing performance, Alabama's commitment to the running game, Lotzeir Brooks and Rico Scott emerging at wide receiver, Ryan Coleman-Williams responding after Week 1 and the offensive line's performance on the road.

Plus, Kane Wommack's Alabama defense continues to produce ridiculous numbers. Alabama opponents are now just 1-for-23 on third down through two games, while Luke Metz, Caleb Woodson, Devin Tompkins and the Crimson Tide pass rush delivered against Kentucky.

We also hand out offensive and defensive MVP honors, revisit our More or Less predictions and Five Areas to Watch, evaluate Alabama's special teams and discuss what remains concerning entering Week 3.

Alabama 45, Kentucky 17.

Was Alabama's second-half response more encouraging—or did the first-half problems make you more concerned?

Drop your reaction below and ROLL TIDE!

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Alabama football hits the road for the first time in 2026 as the Crimson Tide takes on Kentucky in its SEC opener, and Saturday’s Wake Up Bama Game Day Mega Show has everything you need before kickoff.

Kyle Henderson breaks down the latest Alabama injury news, the final availability report, Michael Carroll’s status, meaningful depth-chart changes and the biggest questions surrounding Alabama’s first true road test of the season.

We also examine how Ryan Grubb should attack Kentucky’s defense, how Alabama’s offensive line changes without Carroll, what Keelon Russell must prove in his first SEC road start, and how the Crimson Tide should use Daniel Hill, EJ Crowell, Lotzeir Brooks, Derek Meadows and Ryan Coleman-Williams.

On defense, can Kane Wommack’s unit prove its Week 1 dominance travels against Kenny Minchey and Will Stein’s Kentucky offense? Can Alabama generate pressure without blitzing heavily, eliminate explosive plays and continue dominating on third down?

Then the Mega Show continues with the best Alabama fan calls of the week, including confidence, concerns, Keelon Russell discussion and score predictions.

After that, College Football Final takes over with a national Week 2 preview featuring:

• Texas vs. Ohio State
• Mike Norvell hot-seat discussion
• Miami’s strong start
• Buy or Sell around college football
• LSU and the SEC schedule
• Week 2 AP Top 25 reactions
• Biggest games around the country
• Week 2 college football scoreboard
• Alabama future opponents to watch

Finally, Kyle returns with his Game Day Card:

• Final score prediction
• Cover / no cover
• Offensive MVP
• Defensive MVP
• Surprise player
• Biggest reason for confidence
• Biggest concern

Kyle’s prediction remains:

Alabama 34, Kentucky 10.

Alabama and Kentucky kick off Saturday afternoon from Lexington.

Join Kyle live at 2:00 PM CT for the Alabama-Kentucky Watch Along, with pregame coverage leading into kickoff, live scoreboard, play-by-play, halftime reaction and postgame discussion.

What’s your final score prediction? Drop it in the comments and give us a ROLL TIDE!

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Alabama football enters its first SEC road game of the season against Kentucky with more at stake than the matchup may initially suggest.

On Friday’s Wake Up Bama, Kyle Henderson breaks down what Alabama must prove in Lexington, what would constitute a successful performance, and what could still be concerning even if the Crimson Tide leaves Kentucky 2-0.

The pressure is significant. Alabama is expected to win, and a close game will immediately create questions nationally about whether the Crimson Tide is truly an elite team. A loss would put Alabama in an immediate SEC and College Football Playoff hole with Georgia, Tennessee, Texas A&M, LSU and other major challenges still ahead.

We also discuss the impact of Michael Carroll’s absence on Alabama’s offensive line, Keelon Russell’s first SEC road environment, Ryan Grubb’s need for a faster offensive start, Alabama’s running-back rotation, EJ Crowell, Daniel Hill, Ryan Coleman-Williams, Lotzeir Brooks and Derek Meadows.

On defense, can Kane Wommack’s unit prove its Week 1 dominance travels? Alabama must eliminate explosive passes, pressure Kenny Minchey, create more turnovers and continue playing clean special teams.

Plus, we play More or Less and establish the exact receipts we’ll return to on Sunday’s postgame show.

On today’s Wake Up Bama:

🐘 What’s really at stake for Alabama at Kentucky
⚠️ Why a close game will create national concern
🧱 Michael Carroll’s absence and Alabama’s OL
🎯 Keelon Russell’s first SEC road environment
🏃 Daniel Hill and EJ Crowell carry distribution
🔥 Ryan Coleman-Williams and the drops conversation
👀 Getting Lotzeir Brooks and Derek Meadows involved
🧠 Ryan Grubb must start faster
🛡️ Can Kane Wommack’s defense travel?
💥 Alabama pass rush vs. Kentucky
🚫 Eliminating explosive passes
🔄 Creating more turnovers
🦵 Special teams expectations
📊 More or Less predictions
☑️ Sunday postgame receipts
🏆 What would make Saturday a success?
⚠️ What would remain concerning even in a win?

Kyle’s final score prediction remains:

Alabama 34, Kentucky 10.

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What would worry you MOST even if Alabama beats Kentucky? Drop it in the comments and give us a ROLL TIDE!

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Alabama vs. Kentucky predictions and a major Alabama football injury update lead Thursday's Wake Up Bama with Kyle Henderson. Starting right guard Michael Carroll is listed as doubtful ahead of Alabama's first SEC road game of the 2026 season against Kentucky.

Kyle breaks down what Carroll's status could mean for Alabama's offensive line and Keelon Russell in his first road start, while tracking the latest SEC availability reports leading into Saturday.

Then it's time for the complete Alabama vs. Kentucky score prediction show.

Can Alabama's improved running game travel? How will Ryan Grubb protect Keelon Russell in a hostile SEC environment? Can Alabama's offensive line overcome the potential loss of Michael Carroll? Can Kane Wommack's defense dominate again after holding East Carolina to 162 total yards and just two rushing yards in Alabama's 48-10 Week 1 victory?

Kentucky enters the matchup 1-0 under first-year head coach Will Stein after a 45-13 win over Youngstown State. Alabama enters 1-0 and ranked No. 12 in the AP Top 25. The Crimson Tide is currently around a 10-point favorite, depending on the sportsbook.