To some, the famous song “Who Let the Dogs Out” can have different meanings. For newly transferred quarterback Jamie Newman, that meant departing from the Bulldogs with less than a month to go before the start of the season. Newman was primed to be the starter and many had him listed as a Heisman candidate….
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I am a 2003 graduate from the University of Alabama with a degree in Exercise Science. While at the Capstone, I served as a student assistant with the head strength and conditioning coach of the Crimson Tide football team. I have competed in both powerlifting and bodybuilding for several years. In addition, I have served athletes and people through the arena of personal training. Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I am a passionate fan of Alabama, but do not make other fan bases miserable because of it. College football has my heart first, but I cover all areas of sports. Follow me on Twitter: @justinriley7!
Derrick Henry Signs a 4-Year Contract Extension with the Titans
In order to keep a king in his court, he has to be paid a king’s ransom. That’s exactly what the Tennessee Titans did today just before the deadline. 2019 NFL rushing champion and former Heisman winner Derrick Henry signed a 4-year contract extension this afternoon. To keep King Henry’s reign in Nashville, the Titans…
Browns Sign Former Alabama OT Jedrick Wills Jr.
When a player commits to Nick Saban out of high school, he does so with the expectation that his decision will one day lead to the NFL. Another expectation has become reality. On Tuesday, July 7th, former Alabama offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. received finality to his dream of becoming an NFL star. After being…
Carrying the Load: The Story of Legendary Alabama Fullback Tarrant Lynch
In the community of Town Creek, Alabama, football is more than an activity. It’s a way of life. One might go so far as to say that learning to play the game came before taking your first steps. It was an activity not limited to one particular season. Instead, for young men growing up in…
Dreams of Crimson: The Story of Alabama’s Rudy Griffin
I can still hear the chords play from the soundtrack of the movie “Rudy” in my mind. This movie mesmerized me the moment I first watched it. I connected with Rudy Ruettiger instantly. His mission closely resembled mine growing up. Instead of Notre Dame being my team of choice, it was the Alabama Crimson Tide….
Forgiveness: A Lesson from Vince Lombardi to Bill Curry
Forgiveness. It’s one of the simplest concepts. However, the execution of it, coupled with grace is one of the hardest to carry out. As time moves on, it’s a lesson becoming more obsolete amongst our fellow man. In modern day society, the idea of “eye for an eye” prevails over pardoning anyone that has wronged…
Mac Jones vs Bryce Young: Who Will Be QB1?
It seems as of late that the University of Alabama has become the center of controversy when it comes to the quarterback position. The most recent battles for this coveted position have featured Blake Sims vs Jake Coker, Jalen Hurts vs Tua Tagovailoa, and now the fires are stirring with Bryce Young vs Mac Jones….
The Ravens Re-Sign Veteran OLB Pernell McPhee Back to the Flock
In an effort to continue to bolster their already solid defense, the Baltimore Ravens have re-signed veteran OLB Pernell McPhee to a 1-year contract. The former 5th round selection from the 2011 NFL Draft is working hard to return after suffering a season ending triceps injury in 2019. This will provide Baltimore the missing piece…
Did the Miami Dolphins Set Tua Tagovailoa Up for Success?
One the most anticipated NFL Drafts in recent memory has been completed. The mystery of where Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Herbert would fall to has been solved. What’s even more exciting is that all of the smoke screens and negative reports regarding Tua have been done away with. He was selected 5th overall by the…
Dennis Rodman’s Son Discovers Vegas ‘Vacation’ While Watching ‘The Last Dance’
If you have not yet jumped aboard “The Last Dance” series, shame on you. This ESPN documentary gives an eye-opening account of end of the Chicago Bulls’ dynasty. We’ve been brought into a world that was previously unseen by the public eye. The education received from this behind-the-scenes expose has been nothing short of thrilling….