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Categories: SPORTS

Alabama football 2026 offensive overhaul

Entities: Adrian Klemm · Alabama Crimson Tide · Kalen DeBoer · Bray Hubbard · Ryan Grubb

Overview

In late July 2026 the Alabama Crimson Tide announced a sweeping offensive revamp. Six starting offensive linemen left for the transfer portal or the NFL, prompting the hire of line coach Adrian Klemm and the addition of 11 newcomers from transfers and high‑school ranks. The program also secured top‑class running back EJ Crowell and highlighted a need to improve a ground game that had ranked 125th nationally the previous season.

Returning guard Mal Waldrep, a three‑star recruit from Central Phenix City, entered spring workouts competing for a starting spot as the line rotated between first‑ and second‑team units. Head coach Kalen DeBoer stressed at SEC Media Days that the talent and schemes were in place but execution was key.

At preseason camp offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb reiterated the priority of “simplify and do your best stuff,” pledging to resurrect the run attack that averaged just over 104 yards per game in 2025. Grubb praised the impact of Klemm’s teaching, the contributions of tight‑ends coach Richard Owens, and the potential of backs Daniel Hill and freshman EJ Crowell. The combined coaching changes and roster upgrades aim to restore Alabama’s traditional ground‑game identity as the team heads into fall camp.

Timeline

  1. about 5 hours ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Alabama Crimson Tide aims to revive run game under OC Ryan Grubb

    Alabama’s 2025 rushing woes prompted OC Ryan Grubb to pledge a simplified, stronger run game for 2026, backed by new line coach Adrian Klemm, tight‑ends coach Richard Owens, and promising backs like Daniel Hill

  2. 6 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Alabama football targets 2026 turnaround with new offensive line coach

    Alabama football’s 2026 outlook hinges on new offensive line coach Adrian Klemm fixing a weak run game, while a quarterback battle and strong defense shape its championship chances.

  3. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alabama Crimson Tide gears up for 2026 with revamped O‑line and fresh running back talent

    Alabama football revamps its offensive line with new coach Adrian Klemm and adds top running back talent, including recruit EJ Crowell, to improve a struggling ground game for the 2026 season.

Sources

heavy.com · saturdaydownsouth.com · si.com · tdalabamamag.com · thebiglead.com

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