Alabama Players Shine at 2026 Senior Bowl

Crimson Tide stars Josh Cuevas, Tim Keenan III and LT Overton impress at prestigious all-star game

Jan. 31, 2026 at 4:47pm

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Three Alabama football players - tight end Josh Cuevas, nose tackle Tim Keenan III and Bandit defensive end LT Overton - competed in the 2026 Senior Bowl, the annual collegiate all-star game held in Mobile, Alabama. The trio of Crimson Tide standouts made their mark during the week of practices and the game itself, showcasing their talents in front of NFL scouts.

Why it matters

The Senior Bowl is a crucial event for NFL Draft prospects, allowing them to demonstrate their skills against top competition and boost their stock ahead of the draft. Alabama's strong representation at the game highlights the program's continued success in developing elite talent that is sought after by professional teams.

The details

Cuevas, Keenan and Overton each had standout performances during the Senior Bowl practices and game. Cuevas, the Crimson Tide's talented tight end, made one catch for 6 yards. Keenan, a dominant nose tackle, played in the game but did not record any stats. Overton, a disruptive Bandit defensive end, had 1 sack, 1 tackle and 1 tackle for loss.

  • The 2026 Senior Bowl took place on January 29, 2026 in Mobile, Alabama.

The players

Josh Cuevas

A tight end for the Alabama Crimson Tide who exhausted his collegiate eligibility in 2025.

Tim Keenan III

A nose tackle for the Alabama Crimson Tide who exhausted his collegiate eligibility in 2025.

LT Overton

A Bandit defensive end for the Alabama Crimson Tide who exhausted his collegiate eligibility in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“You're ridiculous. You're crazy. Get out of my face with that," Cuevas said when asked if he would've ever believed that he would be in the Rose Bowl. "But I mean, when I started my football journey, I strived to become the best of the best and get to the top. Alabama, for sure, was kind of a stretch. Being at Cal Poly, being in the Big Sky Conference.”

— Josh Cuevas, Alabama Tight End

“It means a lot, especially being from the state of Alabama and watching it my whole life," Keenan said before his fifth game and victory over Auburn. "Getting to actually play in the game and getting [experience] last year, I plan on going out there, having fun with my guys and entailing the legacy.”

— Tim Keenan III, Alabama Nose Tackle

“That's an awesome blessing, just for LT, it's awesome for us." Alabama defensive coordinator Kane Wommack said before the Rose Bowl. "For him, obviously he needs to have another good couple of days here, but is certainly on track. To have him in this game, his experience, certainly his excitement of wanting to get back out on the field and and go compete with his teammates. I mean, he's an ultimate competitor.”

— Kane Wommack, Alabama Defensive Coordinator

What’s next

The three Alabama players will now turn their attention to the 2026 NFL Draft, where they hope to hear their names called and begin their professional careers.

The takeaway

Alabama's strong representation at the prestigious Senior Bowl underscores the program's ability to develop elite talent that is highly sought after by NFL teams. The performances of Cuevas, Keenan and Overton have boosted their draft stock and showcased the depth of the Crimson Tide's roster.