Christopher Walsh

Joined: Aug 5, 2019

Christopher Walsh is the founder and publisher of Alabama Crimson Tide On SI, which first published as BamaCentral in 2018, and is also the publisher of the Boston College, Missouri and Vanderbilt sites. He's covered the Crimson Tide since 2004 and is the author of 26 books including “100 Things Crimson Tide Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die” and “Nick Saban vs. College Football.” He's an eight-time honoree of Football Writers Association of America awards and three-time winner of the Herby Kirby Memorial Award, the Alabama Sports Writers Association’s highest writing honor for story of the year. In 2022, he was named one of the 50 Legends of the ASWA. Previous beats include the Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, along with Major League Baseball’s Arizona Diamondbacks. Originally from Minnesota and a graduate of the University of New Hampshire, he currently resides in Tuscaloosa.

Aug. 20, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Northridge High School wide receiver Demeriyan Cotton when making a catch against ACA.

Bama/NFL

BamaCentral continually updates the Bama in the NFL Database, including current NFL rosters, active and inactive players, and by team.

Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa throws a pass against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter of a preseason game at Hard Rock Stadium.

Bama/NFL

A complete breakdown of every former Alabama player in the NFL, including teams, positions, jersey numbers, draft information and contract status

Aug 22, 2026; Indianapolis, Ind.:Atlanta Falcons linebacker Christian Harris celebrates after a play against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Bama/NFL

Tracking former Alabama players in the NFL, including how to watch, compete statistical breakdown, and both the Game and Matchup of the Week

Julio Jones on the cover of Sports Illustrated

Bama/NFL

The most complete listing of all-time Alabama Crimson Tide Football Players in the NFL by team.

Jan 11, 2021; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Antwuan Jackson (52) against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2021 CFP National Championship Game.

Football

The top 25 overall, and 10 things that stood out from the updated All-Time Associated Press Poll through the 2025-56 college football season.

Julio Jones set a high bar by making $149 million in the NFL, but that record among Alabama Crimson Tide players is about to be broken.

Nick Saban

Part III of our Follow the Money series includes an updated top 50 list, position breakdown and a look at which individuals could take over the top spot.

Oct 20, 2019; Seattle, WA, USA; Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (44) runs a fumbled ball back for a touchdown during the second half at CenturyLink Field. Baltimore defeated Seattle 30-16.

Nick Saban

Part II in our series: At how many positions was the Crimson Tide considered the best in college football during its 2007-2023 dynasty? We factored in NFL earnings to add perspective.

Nick Saban

At how many positions was the Crimson Tide considered the best in college football during its 2007-2023 dynasty? We factored in NFL earnings to add perspective.

Tommy Hicks (left) and Creg Stephenson (right) present Randy Kennedy the Bill Shelton Award at the Alabama Sports Writers Association awards banquet on June 16, 2026 at the Jacksonville State.

ASWA

The Alabama Sports Writers Association honored Mike Botlon, Phillip Marshall, Rubin Grant and John Pruett during its annual awards ceremony.

ASWA

The ASWA's highest awards include the Hall of Fame, Hall of Honor, Herby Kirby Award, the Bill Shelton Award and the Presidents' Award

Whitesburg Christian’s Lillie Meeks is presented with the Jimmy Smothers Courage Award by the Alabama Sports Writers Association Banquet on June 14, 2026 at Jacksonville State University.

ASWA

The Alabama Sports Writers Association also honored Whitesburg Christian’s Lillie Meeks with the Jimmy Smothers Courage Award.

May 8, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Evan Malone pitches for Northridge against Chelsea at Northridge High in the third round of the AHSAA State Baseball Playoffs.

ASWA

The Alabama high school baseball All-State teams, along with the player, hitter, pitcher and coach of the year in each classification for the 2025-26 academic year.

Christopher Walsh

Joined: Aug 5, 2019

Every 2026 Alabama High School Football Score: Week 5

How Much is Alabama’s Status Sliding Without Nick Saban? Bama in the NFL Week 3

2026 Alabama High School Football Rankings: Week 5

11 Former Crimson Tide Players Serving as Team Captains: Bama in the NFL Week 2

Bama/NFL

Every Active Alabama Player By Team and Position: Bama in the NFL

Bama/NFL

Contract Info and Status for Every Former Crimson Tide Player: Bama in the NFL

Bama/NFL

Revamped Atlanta Falcons Looked to Crimson Tide During Rebuild: Bama in the NFL Week 1

Bama/NFL

All-Time Crimson Tide Players in the National Football League: Bama in the NFL

Football

How the Updated All-Time Associated Press Top 25 Looks Heading into 2026 Football Season

Nick Saban

Career NFL Earnings Among Nick Saban's Former Alabama Players Reaches New Milestone

Nick Saban

The Defense's Turn, Was Alabama DLU, LBU, DBU During Nick Saban Era? The Money Factor

Nick Saban

Was Alabama QBU, RBU, WRU, OLU During Nick Saban Era? The Money Factor

ASWA Pays Tribute to Four Journalism Greats; Awards Ceremony Photo Gallery, Videos

Alabama Sports Writers Association Honors

ASWA: Hoover’s Will Adams Named Mr. Baseball, Hewitt-Trussville’s Cory Goguts Wins Miss Softball

2026 All-State Baseball Teams by the Alabama Sports Writers Association