Keelon Russell Named Semifinalist for Shaun Alexander Award

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell was named a semifinalist for the 2026 Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced Wednesday. Russell is one of 14 semifinalists for the Alexander which is presented annually to the most outstanding freshman player in college football. Three finalists will be named on Dec. 2 with the 2026 winner of the Shaun Alexander Award being announced on Dec. 28. Alabama has produced two Alexander winners in program history – Will Anderson, Jr. in 2020 and Caleb Downs in 2023. Quarterback Earned the Crimson Tide's starting quarterback job late...