Alabama Football Holds Tuesday Practice Ahead of A-Day Scrimmage

Crimson Tide prepare for annual spring game with media observations from latest session

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:08pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting an abstract, fragmented scene of an Alabama football practice, with players and equipment broken down into sharp, geometric shapes in crimson, white, and gray tones.Alabama's spring practice sessions offer a glimpse into the team's evolving roster and position battles as they gear up for the 2026 season.Tuscaloosa Today

The Alabama football team held practice on Tuesday as they prepare for the annual A-Day spring scrimmage this Saturday. Media were allowed to observe around 10 minutes of the session, providing insights on the Crimson Tide's defensive line, linebacker, and running back groups.

Why it matters

These practice observations offer an early glimpse into Alabama's roster and position battles ahead of the 2026 season, as the Crimson Tide look to build on their success and compete for another national championship.

The details

During the media viewing period, the defensive line was led by Jeremiah Beaman, who is returning from a torn ACL last fall. The linebacker group was topped by Virginia Tech transfer Caleb Woodson, while the running backs featured five-star freshman EJ Crowell sitting out after last week's scrimmage.

  • The media were allowed to view roughly 10 minutes of Alabama's Tuesday practice.
  • Alabama's annual A-Day spring scrimmage is scheduled for this Saturday.

The players

Jeremiah Beaman

Alabama defensive lineman who is returning from a torn ACL injury last fall.

Caleb Woodson

Virginia Tech transfer who appears to have locked down one of Alabama's starting inside linebacker positions.

EJ Crowell

Five-star freshman running back who was not taking many reps during Tuesday's practice following last week's scrimmage.

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What they’re saying

“He led Alabama's defensive line group through drills while defensive line coach Freddie Roach barked orders and instructions to his players.”

— Wyatt Fulton, Reporter

“Crowell wasn't taking many reps, if any, following last week's scrimmage, and said it would be 'more of the same' this week.”

— Kalen DeBoer, Head Coach

What’s next

Alabama will hold its annual A-Day spring scrimmage this Saturday, giving fans and media a closer look at the team's progress ahead of the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Alabama's spring practice observations provide an early glimpse into the team's roster and position battles, with key players like Jeremiah Beaman and Caleb Woodson standing out as the Crimson Tide prepare for the upcoming season.