Alabama report card: Grading the Crimson Tide after rolling through ECU

How did Alabama football do against East Carolina? We hand out grades for the offense, defense, coaching, special teams and overall performance.

Everything Kalen DeBoer Said after Alabama's Dominant Win over East Carolina

Full transcript and press conference video from the Crimson Tide head coach after his team opened the season with a 48-10 victory.

Tide Up, Tide Down for Alabama's Season-Opening Win Over East Carolina

The positives and negatives from the Crimson Tide's 48-10 win over the Pirates.

Alabama football defense gave ECU one opening, then slammed the door

How Alabama football linebacker Yhonzae Pierre's pick-six to help defeat East Carolina made a statement about the Crimson Tide's defense in 2026.

Alabama Crimson Tide’s Yhonzae Pierre strengthens ‘top 10 pick’ case for 2027 NFL Draft

Yhonzae Pierre had a standout defensive performance in No. 13 Alabama's blowout win over East Carolina, garnering NFL Draft recognition.
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Alabama vs. East Carolina recap, highlights from dominant Week 1 win

Alabama plays East Carolina to open the 2026 season. Follow live score updates, highlights, injury news, key plays and instant analysis from Week 1.

No. 13 Alabama Cruises Past East Carolina in 2026 Season Opener

Quarterback Keelon Russell leads the Crimson Tide to a dominant home victory to begin Year 3 of the Kalen DeBoer era.

Alabama’s Kalen DeBoer reacts to Keelon Russell, defensive bust

Alabama’s Kalen DeBoer just wants to see his Crimson Tide get better, and he thinks that’s what is happening. The Tide rolled up 307 yards in the first half Saturday and led East Carolina 38-7. DeBoer was pleased with the performance of Keelon Russell.