Alabama’s Shocking Last-Second QB Switch: How Keelon Russell’s Surprise Decision Sealed the Win
The No. 3 Crimson Tide entered at 7-2 overall and 5-2 in SEC play. Vanderbilt entered at 4-5 overall and 1-5 in conference games. Alabama began Saturday among four teams tied for second in SEC losses, one behind Georgia.
Alabama returned to FirstBank Stadium in Nashville after losing 40-35 there in 2024, Vanderbilt’s first victory in the series in 40 years. The late decision kept Russell under center after his ankle injury left his availability uncertain throughout the week.
Alabama football settled its quarterback situation just before Saturday’s Week 11 clash vs. Vanderbilt, reversing expectations surrounding injured starter Keelon Russell. The sophomore quarterback injured his ankle during the second half of last week’s 31-13 victory at LSU but finished the game.



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