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the Bamateur HourE80 S1 BH Alabama Purdue Hoops Instant Rx 87 80 lossTough loss. Game was tied 80-80 with 1.36 to go on Mallette 3. Then Braden Smith showed his brilliance and control to make the plays to secure the win. Scored two out of pick and roll on TBB to go up 2. Then Philon missed front end of 1&1. Smith does pick and roll again and gets TBB to foul him. Makes 2 FT’s to go up 84-80 with 47 secs left. TBB misses a 3 and then with 33 secs left and Purdue closes out Bama 87-80 as Bama fails to score in crunch time. Holloway led Bama with 21 pts 3 assts and 1 TO TBB has 13 pt...
2025-11-1415 min
the Bamateur HourE79 S1 BH Bama OK Football Preview a Purdue Hoops PreviewThe #4 Alabama Crimson Tide (8-1, 6-0 SEC) will host the #11 Oklahoma Sooners (7-2, 5-2 SEC) on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The game, which serves as Alabama's homecoming, is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET and will be televised on ABC. Alabama overview • Alabama enters the game with an 8-1 record and leads the SEC at 6-0. • The Tide has been on a winning streak since their season-opening loss to Florida State. • The offense, led by quarterback Ty Simpson, has been effective, averaging 32.8 points per game, though it has sometimes struggled with consistency. • The defense has been a streng...
2025-11-131h 13
the Bamateur HourE78 S1 BH Alabama LSU win and Bama St Johns Hoops win Upon Further ReviewTakes on the game: Bama still in control of its own playoff destiny. 6-0 in the SEC and 8-1 overall. Not Bama’s best game offensively, but Bama won 20-9. Ty was off on his passes, but still engineered two good scoring drive in the second quarter. And the last drive of the first half to make the score 17-3 going into the half ended up being all Bama needed to win. Bama’s offense was bad in the first quarter and in the whole 2nd half. Ty was off for most of the game, except for two drives in t...
2025-11-111h 01
the Bamateur HourE77 S1 BH Alabama win over LSU 20 to 9 instant reactionNot Bama’s best game, but Bama won 20-9. Ty was off, but still engineered two good scoring drive in the first half. And the last drive of the first half to make the score 17-3 ended up being all Bama needed to win. Bama’s offense was bad in the first quarter and in the 2nd half. Ty was off for most of the game, except for two drives in the 2nd Quarter He underthrew Brooks on a pass that was probably PI on LSU, but not called. Had Ty hit Brooks in Stride, he would have scored. And...
2025-11-0915 min
the Bamateur HourE76 S1 BH Alabama win over St Johns instant rxWon on the road against a top 5 team Led at half 53-44 and held on to win by 7. St John’s led 87-86 with 6 mins to go and then Bama came right back and TBB hit a 3 with 5.44 left in the game to take the lead back at 89-87 and Bama never trailed again. Bama stretched the lead to 12 pts at 100-88 with 1.44 left in the game and held on to win by 7 pts 103 to 96. Great ball movement on offense Balanced scoring led by Philon, Holloway, Wrightsell, and TBB Hit the boards hard and played hard Took care of th...
2025-11-0915 min
the Bamateur HourE75 S1 BH Alabama LSU preview & CFP rankings & more on Bama hoops win over ND State win 91 62The LSU-Alabama game on November 8, 2025, with No. 4 Alabama looking to continue its push for the College Football Playoff and LSU playing under interim head coach Frank Wilson. The game will be played at 6:30 p.m. CT on ABC. LSU (5-3, 2-3 SEC) • Despite a talented defense, LSU has given up significant points in recent weeks and faces a challenging matchup against Alabama's potent offense. • Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is seen as a key player for the LSU offense. Alabama (7-1, 5-0 SEC) • Crimson Tide favored in game, with ESPN's FPI giving Bama 80.9% chance to win. • Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is consider...
2025-11-061h 10
the Bamateur HourE74 S1 BH Bama Instant Reaction win 91 62 over ND StateE74 S1 BH Bama Instant Reaction win 91 62 over ND StateLabaron Philon Jr. Led the way with 22 points (had 15 in the first half) and eight assists, Houston Mallette had 15 points and 8 rebounds as No. 15 Alabama rolled to a 91-62 victory over North Dakota on Monday night. Freshmen Amari Allen and London Jemison each scored 12 pts as Allen also pulled down 7 rebounds and Fellow freshman Davion Hannah had 9 points as the 3 freshman all played over 20 minutes and contributed to the win. Aiden Sherrell has 9 pts, 4 rbs, and 4 blocks and TBB had 8 pts, 3 rebs, and 1 block to round out...
2025-11-0407 min
the Bamateur HourE74 S1 BH Bama Instant Reaction win 91 62 over ND StateE74 S1 BH Bama Instant Reaction win 91 62 over ND StateLabaron Philon Jr. Led the way with 22 points (had 15 in the first half) and eight assists, Houston Mallette had 15 points and 8 rebounds as No. 15 Alabama rolled to a 91-62 victory over North Dakota on Monday night. Freshmen Amari Allen and London Jemison each scored 12 pts as Allen also pulled down 7 rebounds and Fellow freshman Davion Hannah had 9 points as the 3 freshman all played over 20 minutes and contributed to the win. Aiden Sherrell has 9 pts, 4 rbs, and 4 blocks and TBB had 8 pts, 3 rebs, and 1 block to round out...
2025-11-0407 min
the Bamateur HourE73 S1 BH Bama Bye Week Football Season Review So Far and Bama Hoops outlookIn this episode, we will review how the Bama Football season is going so far – BTW going great! We will talk about the stars of the season so far, the standout’s, noteables, and concerns. We will also provide our outlook and predictions for the rest of the season. And after talking football, we will do a look at the Bama hoops teams as the season officially starts on Monday. Record & Results to Date• Record so far: 7-1 overall, 5-0 in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). So Alabama has recovered nicely from the early loss and is undefeated in conference play s...
2025-10-311h 31
the Bamateur HourE72 S1 BH Bama SC Will K Reaction to win over South Carolina 29 to 22In this episode, we will get Will K’s reaction to Bama’s wild win over SC 29-22 in Columbia, SC on the road as they essentially steal one on the road after being outplayed for much of the game. Bama is now on a 7-game winning streak and 5-0 in the SEC and 7-1 on the season. Bama gets outplayed by South Carolina for most of the game, yet makes the big plays when needed and finds a way to win. Wild swings in the game. Bama still in control of its own playoff Destiny. 7-1 overall and 5-0 i...
2025-10-271h 19
the Bamateur HourE71 S1 BH Bama SC Instant Reaction to win over South Carolina 29 to 22Bama wins 29-22 over South Carolina. Bama gets outplayed by South Carolina for most of the game, yet makes the big plays when needed and finds a way to win. Wild swings in the game. Bama still in control of its own playoff Destiny. 7-1 overall and 5-0 in the SEC Where are we now? Bama in control of its own destiny. Still on track to win SEC regular season and qualify for the SEC championship game On Saturday, October 25, 2025, No. 4 Alabama came back from an 8-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat South Carolina on the road 29–22. Felt like Bama st...
2025-10-2630 min
the Bamateur HourE70 S1 BH Bama SC Preview Final Thoughts on Win over TNE70 S1 BH Bama SC Preview Final Thoughts on Win over TNBama still in control of its own playoff Destiny. 6-1 overall and 4-0 in the SEC -- Where are we now? Bama in control of its own destiny On track to win SEC regular season and qualify for the SEC championship game -- What is next? Heisman Candidate – Ty Simpson 1. Alabama Controls Its Own Destiny Alabama sits at 6-1 (4-0 SEC) and is in full control of its path to the SEC Championship Game. A win in Columbia would keep the Tide firmly on track fo...
2025-10-221h 00
the Bamateur HourE69 BH Bama Win over TN 37 to 20 Upon Further ReviewIn this episode, we will take a deeper dive into the Alabama win over TN 37 to 20 in our Upon Further Review episode. This game was a Roller-coaster of a ride. Huge 14-point swing at the end of the first half. Bama up 16-7 with TN on the 1 yd line with TN out of Time-outs with 11 seconds left, and Bama gets a 99 yd pick 6 to allow Bama to go into the half up 23-7 instead of being up 16-14 at half. Huge Alabama game with Tennessee! It was a battle of Heisman contenders with Ty Simpson for Bama and Joey...
2025-10-2056 min
the Bamateur HourE68 S1 BH Bama Win over TN 37 to 20 Instant ReactionE68 BH Bama Win over TN 37 to 20 Instant Reaction Roller-coaster of a ride. Huge 14 point swing at the end of the first half. Bama up 16-7 with TN on the 1 yd line with TN out of Time-outs with 11 seconds left, and Bama gets a 99 yd pick 6 to allow Bama to go into the half up 23-7 instead of being up 16-14. Huge Alabama game with Tennessee! It is a battle of Heisman contenders with Ty Simpson for Bama and Joey Aguilar for TN having great seasons and putting up great numbers for the season so far. Also battle of...
2025-10-1939 min
the Bamateur HourE67 S1 BH Bama TN Preview Outlook what’s next to expectE67 BH Bama TN Preview Outlook what’s next to expect In this episode, we will preview the huge Alabama game with Tennessee! It is a battle of Heisman contenders with Ty Simpson for Bama and Joey Aguilar for TN having great seasons and putting up great numbers for the season so far. Also battle of high-powered offenses. Bama is battle-tested. Is Tn? Battle of Heisman Candidates – Ty Simpson and Joey Aguilar DeBoer is undefeated at home in his coaching tenure at Alabama. 6 games played, six to go! 11-1 is doable. Bama will be favored in every game left. But...
2025-10-171h 17
the Bamateur HourE66 S1 Alabama FSU Hoops What to watch forAlabama FSU Hoops What to watch for Preview of game tonight LaBaron Philon – 3’s and leadership Health and effectiveness of Latrell Wrightsell Who starts the game Bama 3’s percentage Bama’s free throw percentage Bama’s ability to score in the low post Bama’s ability to rebound Bama low-post defense Bama’s ability to score at all-three levels
2025-10-1603 min
the Bamateur HourE65 BH Klatt gets it wrong as Bama beat MizzouBH Klatt gets it wrong as Bama beat Mizzou - Joel Klatt gets it wrong as he boldly predicts that Bama will lose at Mizzou as he overestimates how good Missouri is and underestimates how resilient and how good Bama is.
2025-10-1600 min
the Bamateur HourE64 S1 BH Short Stephen A Dumb Bama Football Rant of the yearBH Short Stephen A Dumb Bama Football Rant of the year - fire DeBoer and hire Deion
2025-10-1600 min
the Bamateur HourE63 S1 Bama win over Mizzou 27 24 Upon Further Review Exposed Contender vs PretenderBattle of Heisman contenders with Ty Simpson for Bama and Ahmad Hardy for Missouri. One team was exposed. And one player was exposed. Game showed who are contenders vs who are pretenders. Bama keeps it rolling. Ty Shines! Huge SEC road win for Bama DeBoer now 2-0 on the road this year. 5-1 overall and 3-0 in SEC at the turn/halfway point of season. Great first half of season. Rebounded after bad loss at FSU, but didn’t let it define team or ruin season. Coaches have coached better and players have played better after that first loss. Ty...
2025-10-1555 min
the Bamateur HourE62 S1 Bama win over Mizzou 27 24 Instant Reaction Exposed Contender vs PretenderIn this episode, we provide our instant reaction to Bama’s big road win over Mizzou 27-24. It was a battle of Heisman contenders with Ty Simpson for Bama and Ahmad Hardy for Missouri? One team was exposed. And this game showed who are the contenders vs who are the pretenders. Bama keeps it rolling as Ty Shines! Huge SEC road win for Bama DeBoer now 2-0 on the road this year. 5-1 at the turn. Alabama (No. 8) defeated Missouri (No. 14) 27-24 in a Week 7 road game on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Key plays and statistics from the game included: • Alabama quar...
2025-10-1124 min
the Bamateur HourE62 S1 Bama win over Mizzou 27 24 Instant Reaction Exposed Contender vs PretenderIn this episode, we provide our instant reaction to Bama’s big road win over Mizzou 27-24. It was a battle of Heisman contenders with Ty Simpson for Bama and Ahmad Hardy for Missouri? One team was exposed. And this game showed who are the contenders vs who are the pretenders. Bama keeps it rolling as Ty Shines! Huge SEC road win for Bama DeBoer now 2-0 on the road this year. 5-1 at the turn. Alabama (No. 8) defeated Missouri (No. 14) 27-24 in a Week 7 road game on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson threw for 200 yards and three to...
2025-10-1124 min
the Bamateur HourE61 S1 BH Weekend Primer Big CF Games with Playoff ImplicationsE61 BH Weekend Primer Big CF Games with Playoff Implications Bama ranked 8 Mizzou at 14 Playoff Elimination Game as Loser will have tough road ahead to make playoff Battle of Heisman Candidate with Ty Simpson and Ahmad Hardy both having great seasons Ohio State at Illinois – Illinois needs to win or likely eliminated Oklahoma vs Texas – elim game for TX – OK needs win given tough schedule Indiana at Oregon – separate the contenders from the pretenders Notre Dame at NC State – must win for ND Arkansas at TN – 1st game w/ Bobby Petrino as Interim – must win for TN Florida at Texas A&M – ca...
2025-10-1112 min
the Bamateur HourE60 S1 BH Bama Mizzou Preview & what’s next - battle of Heisman candidates and playoff candidatesE60 S1 BH Bama Mizzou Preview & what’s next - battle of Heisman candidates and playoff candidatesBama still in control of its own playoff Destiny. 4-1 overall and 2-0 in the SEC Where are we now? Bama in control of its own destiny On track to win SEC regular season and qualify for the SEC championship game What is next? Battle of Heisman Candidates – Ty Simpson and Ahmad Hardy On the road at Missouri, time for DeBoer to show he can win more than one SEC road game in a a season. Not a must win, but...
2025-10-1054 min
the Bamateur HourE59 S1 BH Bama Vandy Upon Further Review of Bama win Good Bad and Ugly Mostly goodBama still in control of its own playoff Destiny. 4-1 overall and 2-0 in the SEC Alabama won their football game against Vanderbilt in the 2025 season by a score of 30-14 at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa. Alabama avenged their loss to Vanderbilt in the 2024 season, which was a 40-35 upset victory for Vanderbilt. This win marked Alabama's fourth consecutive victory and improved their record to 4-1 on the season. The Drives and the momentum shifts in the game Bama opening drive – gets into redzone and Ty throws pick on 4th down Vandy drive – 65 yd TD run Bama drive - ends...
2025-10-081h 26
the Bamateur HourE58 S1 Bama win over Vandy Instant ReactionE58 Bama win over Vandy Instant Rx Down goes Diego as Bama rolls over Vandy and send Vandy packing back to Nashville with their tail between their legs. The Bamateurs react and celebrate and Bama gets their revenge for the stunning loss to Vandy last year. Ty Simpson leads Vandy to the win. Jam Miller has a great game gaining over 100 yds and scoring a TD to salt the game away. Not Bama's best game, but a great win!
2025-10-0527 min
the Bamateur HourE57 S1 BH Alabama Vanderbilt Preview Revenge GameE57 BH Alabama Vanderbilt Preview Revenge Game as Diego and Vandy come to Ttwon Vanderbilt Preview • Big game with high stakes for both teams as both want to make the playoffs. Loser of the game is unlikely to make the playoffs • High-powered offense • Balanced offense with potent rushing attack and passing game • True dual threat QB in Pavia • Ball control offense that can eat clock • Under-rated defense, but not elite • Good special teams and kicking game • DeBoer undefeated at home as Alabama Head Coach • Alabama has elite passing game • Alabama has subpar rushing attack • Alabama has elite passing defense, but subpar run defense...
2025-10-031h 01
the Bamateur HourE56 S1 BH Bama win over Georgia Upon Further Review Highs Lows Good Bad and UglyE56 BH Bama win over Georgia Upon Further Review Highs Lows Good Bad and Ugly In this episode, we will look at to the Bama win over Georgia again in our Upon Further review and get into the ends and outs of the huge Bama road win at GA. Any win on the road in the SEC is a great win and winning at GA is glorious! Alabama (#17) secured a hard-fought 24-21 victory over #5 Georgia snapping Georgia's 33-game home winning streak dating back to 2019. The Crimson Tide started strong, scoring all 24 of their points in the first half. Alabama...
2025-10-011h 10
the Bamateur HourE55 S1 Instant Reaction to Bama win over Georgia 20250928E55 Instant Reaction to Bama win over Georgia GA Bama Stats Alabama (3-1, 1-0 SEC) defeated Georgia (3-1, 1-1 SEC) in a close contest with a final score of 24-21 in Athens on September 27, 2025. This win marks the 10th time Alabama has beaten Georgia in their last 11 matchups and ends the Bulldogs' 33-game home winning streak, which dated back to 2019. Here's a recap of the game: • Alabama started strong with two long drives, including a touchdown pass from Ty Simpson to Germie Bernard, converting seven straight third-down attempts. The Crimson Tide built a 24-14 halftime lead, with Simpson accounting fo...
2025-09-2821 min
the Bamateur HourE54 S1 BH Alabama Georgia Game Preview Round Four with Dr T and GaryE54 BH Alabama Georgia Game Preview Round Four with Dr T and Gary and how Bama will beat Georgia and Bama Basketball recruiting news & injury news & Bruce Pearl retires Bama Basketball news Two commitments by 4-star recruits Injury news Bruce Pearl retires! What does that mean for Nate Oates and Bama basketball. Stephen Pearl takes over. Thoughts? How does it affect Bama? Bball Injury: Jalil Bethea had foot surgery. Will miss start of the season. Means Philon, Holloway, and Wrightsell will have to carry the load. And means that the two freshman guard will get some minutes to see...
2025-09-261h 19
the Bamateur HourE53 S1 BH Alabama Georgia Game Preview Round two and Weekend Recap and SEC recapE53 BH Alabama Georgia Game Preview Round two and Weekend Recap and SEC recap In this episode, we will look at to the Georgia game for a 2nd time and talk about how Alabama will beat Georgia. But first, we will do a quick recap of the big games from yesterday, look at the SEC standings and teams and look at the playoff picture as of now after only 4 weeks. Remember, we are done with 1/4 of the season already. We have 9 weeks to go in the season and some teams have already played 4 games. Week 4 recap for Top 25 teams...
2025-09-2249 min
the Bamateur HourE52 S1 BH Alabama Preview Look ahead to Georgia Game and how Bama will beat GeorgiaIn this episode, we will look at to the Georgia game and talk about how Alabama will beat Georgia and look at a lot of different angles to this game and there is definitely a lot to explore. Preview of Georgia game Georgia gets a big win in OT over TN. Gunner Stockton played well and showed his fight in this come from behind win over TN in Knoxville. Down 21-7, GA rallies back to get the win. Balanced offense that used the passing game to keep up with TN and used the running game late to...
2025-09-1853 min
the Bamateur HourE51 S1 BH Alabama win over Wisconsin 38 14 Upon Further Review and the path to the playoffs & obstaclesE51 BH Alabama win over Wisconsin 38 14 Upon Further Review and the path to the playoffs & obstacles E51 BH Alabama win over Wisconsin 38-14 Upon Further Review Step 2 in the 10 Step path to the playoffs and what does the SEC look like and the contenders for the Playoff spots Coaching? Execution? Offensive standouts Ty Simpson 24/29 for 382 yds and 4 TD’s – Ty also effective scrambling Ryan Williams 5 catches for 165 yds and 2 TD’s Germie Bernard 4 catches for 62 yds and 1 TD on pass catch and 1 TD on reverse run Isaiah Horton and Lotzier Brooks also had good games Defens...
2025-09-1541 min
the Bamateur HourE50 S1 BH Alabama win over Wisconsin 38 14 Instant Reaction as Bama takes another step toward the playoffsE50 BH Alabama win over Wisconsin 38-14 Instant Reaction Step 2 in the 10 Step path to the playoffs The march to 10 wins took another step today. Good win against an OK opponent. Bama more talented and showed it. Coaching? Execution? Offensive standouts Ty Simpson 24/29 for 382 yds and 4 TD’s – Ty also effective scrambling Ryan Williams 5 catches for 165 yds and 2 TD’s Germie Bernard 4 catches for 62 yds and 1 TD on pass catch and 1 TD on reverse run Isaiah Horton and Lotzier Brooks also had good games Defensive Standouts Bray Hubbard – 2 Ints and some very nice tackles Sacks by LT Ov...
2025-09-1443 min
the Bamateur HourE49 S1 BH Alabama Wisconsin Preview Keys and Questions to answer E49 BH Alabama Wisconsin Preview Keys and Questions to answer. On Defense 1. Bama Run defense and how it handles a dual threat QB in Danny O’Neil – can Bama shut down the run? 2. Bama pass rush – Can Bama get sacks 3. Does LT Overton get any sacks? If not, who can get sacks for Bama since there is not currently a Will Anderson or Dallas Turner type player that has emerged as a star passrusher? 4. Bama Defense generating turnovers 5. Getting 3rd down stops and 4th down stops to force punts and turnovers on downs 6. Limit explosive plays 7. Use of var...
2025-09-1314 min
the Bamateur HourE48 S1 BH Alabama Wisconsin Preview and why Bama will win and take another step to make the playoffsE48 BH Alabama Wisconsin Preview and why Bama will win and take another step to make the playoffsE48 BH Alabama Wisconsin Preview and why Bama will win and take another step to make the playoffs Wisconsin Badgers 2025 football season preview The Wisconsin Badgers enter the 2025 season in Luke Fickell's third year as head coach, seeking to rebound from a disappointing 5-7 record in 2024. The team has undergone significant changes, particularly on the offensive side, with new offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes implementing a more run-based scheme, deviating from the previous "air raid" style. Pundits project a challenging...
2025-09-1035 min
the Bamateur HourE47 S1 BH Bama Win ULM 73-0 Upon Further Review as Bama wins in a virtuoso A+ performanceE47 BH Bama Win ULM Upon Further Review video as Bama wins 73-0 in a virtuoso A+ performance. Bama was clicking on all cylinders. Can Bama now string together 8 or 9 more wins and make the playoffs? Alabama dominated Louisiana-Monroe in a 73-0 victory on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The win marked a strong rebound for the Crimson Tide after their season-opening loss to Florida State. • Dominant Offensive Performance: Alabama's offense scored on every possession, with 10 touchdowns and a field goal. • Quarterback Ty Simpson led the way with a perfect passing performance (17-for-17, 226 yards, 3 touchdowns). • Germie Bernard: The leading receiv...
2025-09-0958 min
the Bamateur HourE46 S1 BH LA Monroe Instant Reaction Bama course corrects and plays greatBama plays nearly flawlessly as they have a bounce back win over Louisiana Monroe 73-0. It was a A+ performance all the way around as the coaches and the players all performed so well. Not much to criticize, but can they keep it up and use this performance as a springboard to winning 10 or 11 games and making the playoffs. Hope is back! And the team showed how good they can be. But the schedule is really tough and the SEC is really tough.
2025-09-0722 min
the Bamateur HourE45 S1 BH Bama LaMonroe Pregame Bama expectations Playoffs still achievable if Coaches coach betterBama LaMonroe Pregame Bama expectations Playoffs still achievable if Coaches coach better. Coaches must coach better, scheme better, adjust better, and get the players to play better and Bama can make the playoffs. Issues of Concern that must be fixed Coaching on both sides of the ball The running game Too many pass plays being called – need have close to a 50/50 mix, not 70% passes Abandonned the run after the first quarter – run the dang ball and keep running it, cannot give up on the run just because you are down 10 pts in the 2nd quarter O-line – right tackle...
2025-09-0614 min
the Bamateur HourE44 S1 BH LA Monroe Preview Bama Course Correct and will make playoffs 20250903E44 BH LA Monroe Preview and why Bama will course correct and still make the playoffs In the aftermath of the Alabama loss 31-17 to FSU on Saturday, the fanbase and the Bamateurs are still reeling as the team started the season the wrong way. Step 1 of 12 steps went the wrong way. Many are calling for DeBoer to be fired and throwing in the towel on the season. I am not. More to come on that topic. First let’s preview LA Monroe. Alabama has elite talent. LA Monroe is a mid-major Alabama still has a power rating of 13 de...
2025-09-0451 minthe Bamateur HourE43 S1 BH Upon Further Review Bama loss to FSU Festivus comes early Xmas cancelled Alabama on the brinkIn the aftermath of the Alabama loss 31-17 to FSU on Saturday, the fanbase and the Bamateurs are reeling as the team started the season the wrong way. Step 1 of 12 steps went the wrong way. Given the loss, we are going to have a Festivus moment and have an airing of our football grievances. 1. How bad is the defense – cannot stop a running game anchored by a dual threat QB. Felt like a repeat of Vanderbilt and Oklahoma game. The swarm defense looked like a confused swarm of bees. Could not stop the RPO/Option game. 2. Failure to alter th...
2025-09-021h 04
the Bamateur HourE42 S1 BH Instant Reaction to Bama's shocking loss to FSU 31-17New quarterback Tommy Castellanos led a punishing rushing attack for Florida State with 78 yards and a touchdown as the Seminoles stunned No. 8 Alabama 31-17 on Saturday, ending the Crimson Tide's streak of 23 straight wins in season openers.Coming off a 2-10 season, Florida State handed a crushing setback to Alabama, which was viewed as a College Football Playoff contender under second-year coach Kalen DeBoer.Under new offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn — who spent eight seasons as Auburn's head coach — Florida State was physical from the start, finishing with 230 rushing yards and averaging 4.7 yards per carry. The Seminoles averaged just...
2025-08-3114 minthe Bamateur HourE41 S1 Clay Hall Ohio State Insider previews Ohio State Texas and talks all things Ohio StateClay HallClay’s history and background, Long time sports broadcaster, sports commentator, and sports reporter in Columbus, Ohio. Worked with ABC affiliate and Fox Affiliate in Columbus as the sports director. Been part of the Ohio State radio broadcast teamRecently retired as sports director, but not retired from being active in the sports talk space as he is now part of the podcasting universe.Clay is in the know for Ohio State football and all things Ohio State sportsPreview of Ohio State TexasJulian Sayin vs Ar...
2025-08-291h 12
the Bamateur HourE40 S1 Bama FSU Gameweek Preview and predictions Bama vs FSUWeather forecast: rain & thunderstorms highs in the low 80sDijon Lee to start and Zabian Brown to move to HuskyAt Florida State The 2025 FSU football team marks a fresh start. Head coach Mike Norvell enters his sixth season, now backed by a rebuilt staff and renewed energy.Star wide receivers Duce Robinson and Squirrel White lead a revamped receiving corps. Running backs Roydell Williams and Kam Davis anchor the backfield, with freshman contributions emerging.Offensive line strengthened by experienced transfers like Gunnar Hansen and Micah Pettus.On defense, newcomers such as James Williams...
2025-08-281h 02
the Bamateur HourE39 S1 Bama Dr T makes his Regular Season Prediction Final Record and does Bama make the playoffs and issues and items of concern that could derail the Bama seasonDr T gives his predictions for the regular season game by game and if Bama makes the playoffs. But first what are the issues and items of concern that could hurt Bama this season and derail the season and does Bama have the answers to overcome these issues. Issues 1. Bama QB2. Is the offense fixed and more potent and more consistent that in 20243. The running game4. O-line – right tackle5. Redzone offense and short yardage offense6. Defense – Interior Defe...
2025-08-2553 min
the Bamateur HourE38 S1 BH Rewind Relook Bama Crushing Loss to OklahomaE38 BH Rewind Relook Bama Crushing Loss to Oklahoma. Bama suffers crushing loss to Oklahoma on the road. Milroe regression, Defense failure to execute, and poor preparation and coaching. Stunning loss by Bama. As the offense has a failure to launch and the defense fails to stop the OK running game as the fail to set the edge, loses containment in the running game, and one or more players are out of position repeatedly. In a stunning upset on November 23, 2024, the Oklahoma Sooners defeated the No. 7-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide 24-3 at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in...
2025-08-2222 min
the Bamateur HourE37 S1 Bamateurs predict each Game outcome for Bama 2025 Season and predict the Bama Overall Record and Bama's playoff fate for 2025E37 S1 Bamateurs predict each Game outcome for Bama 2025 Season and predict the Bama Overall Record and Bama's playoff fate for 2025News and notes from the last few days for the Bama football team. And then a prediction game by game for how Alabama will do in each game. A prediction of what Bama's record will be at the end of the season. And a prediction of whether or not Bama will make the playoffs.
2025-08-211h 14
the Bamateur HourE36 S1 Bama Second Scrimmage News Notes and Takeaways as Ty Simpson ShinesE36 S1 Bama Second Scrimmage News Notes and Takeaways as Ty Simpson ShinesTy Simpson According to multiple reports from the scrimmage, Simpson completed 14-of-15 passes for well over 125 yds, with the one incompletion being a dropped pass by redshirt sophomore Cole Adams on a play that would have resulted in a touchdown.Simpson reportedly threw a 25-yard touchdown strike to Ryan Williams, while also breaking off a long touchdown run. Simpson's legs continue to be an underrated part of his game. He doesn't have Jalen Milroe's wheels, but he is a true...
2025-08-1836 min
the Bamateur HourE35 S1 Bama Ten Bold Predictions for the 2025 Football Season and why Bama wins the nattyTen: Germie Bernard goes for 1000 yards opposite Ryan Williams and scores 5 to 10 TD’s during the season as the trio of Horton, Williams, and Bernard gives defenses fits.Nine: Isaiah Horton becomes an All-American and 1st round pick and is the clutch third down and redzone WR for Bama.Eight: The Bama defense averages 2 plus turnovers per game. as the Bama pass rush flourishes and the Bama secondary records 10 to 15 interceptions on the season.Seven: Interior D-line is stout. Tim Keenan and James Smith and their back-up’s fortify the defensive interior line and...
2025-08-1644 min
the Bamateur HourE34 S 1 Bama TY QB1 and Scrimmage News and Notes. Breaking news!E34 Bama TY QB1 and Scrimmage News and Notes. Breaking news – Ty is indeed the Guy – Ty Simpson named the starter QB 1. Key Takeaways from the Scrimmage • Quarterbacks took care of the football Head coach Kalen DeBoer was pleased: “No picks today” and just a few touchdown passes shared among the three contenders—Ty Simpson, Austin Mack, and Keelon Russell. All three have maintained a completion rate around or above the desired minimum of 65%. • QB Battle still competitive—but clarity forming Simpson continues to look sharp, rarely taking third-team reps. DeBoer noted that Simpson and Mack show sharp command in the huddle, w...
2025-08-1320 min
the Bamateur HourE33 S1 Potential Trap Games for Alabama in 2025 Bamateur HourPotential Trap Games for Alabama in 2025 Bamateur Hour
2025-08-0830 min
the Bamateur HourE32 Bama news notes and rumors from Wednesday Aug 6th QB battleE32 Bama news notes and rumors from Wednesday Aug 6thAlabama football news and rumors from the last 48 hoursHere's a summary of the latest news, notes, and rumors surrounding the Alabama Crimson Tide football program from the last 48 hours:Alabama's football team has two fall scrimmages scheduled:The first scrimmage of Fall Camp is on Saturday, August 9.The second scrimmage is scheduled for Saturday, August 16. QB battle and other position group battles. Injuries. Recruiting. Pre-season Top Ten. FSU update on Bama's first opponent
2025-08-0733 min
the Bamateur HourE31 S1 Ten most important players for Bama’s success for 2025Not the 10 best players on the Alabama team, but 10 most important players who need to play well for Bama to be successful in 2025 Players such as Ryan Williams, Kadyn Proctor, Parker Brailsford, Deontae Lawson, and Domani Jackson don’t make the list because we know they are great and expect them to produce at a really high level again this year. These players are proven commodities. Great players that can be counted on. The list is of those players that have to make a jump, step up, and show they belong and/or make that le...
2025-08-0137 min
the Bamateur HourE30 S1 Bama rolls over Mercer 52-7 in a Rewind Relook 20250729In a 2024 college football matchup, the Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Mercer Bears with a dominant 52-7 victory on November 16th. Alabama demonstrated a strong performance in their final non-conference game of 2024. They effectively utilized their offensive talent, led by quarterback Jalen Milroe and receiver Ryan Williams. The defense played a crucial role by creating turnovers that shifted momentum and led to points. This victory marked Alabama's 16th consecutive win against FCS opponents. Alabama's decisive 52-7 attributed to several factors: Superior Talent: As an SEC powerhouse facing an FCS opponent, Alabama possessed a significant advantage in overall talent...
2025-07-3014 min
the Bamateur HourE29 S1 The Tide rolls over LSU as Bama dominates LSU Rewind Relook winning 42-13 on the road in Baton Rouge moving its record to 7-2 E29 The Tide rolls over LSU as Bama dominates LSU winning 42-13 on the road in Baton Rouge moving its record to 7-2 to keep its playoff hopes aliveIn the 2024 college football season, Alabama defeated LSU 42-13 in a game played at Tiger Stadium on November 9th. This was a significant win for Alabama, ranked #11 at the time, against #13 LSU, helping them maintain their postseason aspirations. This win and the GA win would be the high points of the season. Bama will lose to Oklahoma in Norman ultimately knocking them out of the playoffs, but hope...
2025-07-1823 min
the Bamateur HourE28 S1 The Tide rolls over Mizzou as Bama has big bounce back win over Missouri at home with a dominant defensive performance pitching a shutdown winning 34-0 to go to 6-2 and keep playoff hopes aliveE28 The Tide rolls over Mizzou as Bama has big bounce back win over Missouri at home with a dominant defensive performance pitching a shutdown winning 34-0 to go to 6-2 and keep playoff hopes alive.In the 2024 college football season, Alabama defeated Missouri 34-0 on October 26th at Bryant-Denny Stadium in TuscaloosaThis was Alabama's second shutout of the season and a crucial win that helped keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive. In summary, Alabama's strong defense and effective running game, combined with Missouri's quarterback situation, led to a decisive 34-0...
2025-07-1330 min
the Bamateur HourE27 S1 Rewind Relook at Bama loss to UT in 2024 lessons learned issues exposed E27 S1 Rewind Relook at Bama loss to UT lessons learned issues exposed In the 2024 football season, the Tennessee Volunteers (ranked #11) defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide (ranked #7) with a score of 24-17 on October 19th at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee. Here's a recap of the game:First Half: The first half was a low-scoring affair, with Alabama holding a 7-0 lead at halftime. Despite forcing three turnovers from Tennessee, Alabama was unable to fully capitalize on scoring opportunities, including a missed field goal and an interception.Second Half: Tennessee's offense came alive in...
2025-07-0436 min
the Bamateur HourE26 S1 Bama win over South Carolina Rewind Relook as Bama narrowly escapes lesson learned issues exposedE26 S1 Bama win over South Carolina Rewind Relook as Bama narrowly escapes lesson learned issues exposedRecap of the Alabama vs. South Carolina Football Game in 2024:The Alabama Crimson Tide, ranked No. 7 at the time, narrowly defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 27-25 on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The win marked a bounce-back victory for Alabama after a tough loss the previous week. Bama jumps up 14-0 with 4 minutes to go in the 1st half and then funny things happen.As SC scores on 4th down to...
2025-06-2626 minthe Bamateur HourE25 Rewind Relook at Bama loss to Vandy lessons and issuesE25 Rewind Relook at Bama loss to Vandy lessons and issuesVanderbilt shocked the college football world by defeating No. 1 Alabama 40–35 on October 5, 2024, marking their first win over the Crimson Tide in 40 years and their first-ever victory over an AP top-five team. The Commodores dominated in time of possession, third-down conversions, and capitalized on Alabama’s mistakes to pull off one of the biggest upsets in program history.This loss showed that Bama had problems and showed the defensive formula of how to beat Alabama.Load the line of scrimmage and don’t let QB...
2025-06-2237 minthe Bamateur HourBamateur Hour Episode 24 S1 Rewind relook at Bama’s wins over Wisc and Georgia to move to 4-0 start to the 2024 season – lessons learned and issues exposed & areas that need to be fixed for 2025Rewind Relook at Bama wins over Wisconsin and Georgia to start season 4-0. Bama beats Wisc 42-10 and beats GA 41-34. Wisconsin win 42-10: Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Wisconsin Badgers 42-10 in a football game played at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison. Georgia – Bama wins 41-34. Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 41-34 in a thrilling contest at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa. . After big wins over Wisconsin and Georgia, Bama looked like a playoff team and a contender for the natty! But looks proved to be deceiving as the issues for this team were exposed in the co...
2025-06-1228 min
the Bamateur HourE23 Rewind relook at Bama’s wins over WKU and So Florida – lessons learned and issues exposed & areas to be fixed for 2025Bamateur Hour Episode 23 Rewind relook at Bama’s win over WKU and So Florida – lessons learned and issues exposed & areas that need to be fixed for 2025Explosive plays galorePenalties by the bunchesOffensive line issues – holding and effective run-blockingStruggle to put together long, sustained drivesTalented, but undisciplined at timesQB cannot pick apart a defense with a traditional passing game – not a pocket passer
2025-06-0518 min
the Bamateur HourE22 LaBaron Philon returns to Bama for another season Christmas comes early for the TideE22 S1 Christmas comes early for Nate Oates and the Crimson Tide Basketball team. LaBaron Philon returns. Pulls out of the draft unexpectedly at the last minute/11th hour. Bama should be a strong contender to make the final four in 2026 with Philon returning. How the roster looks with Philon back. Who will be the starters? How good can this team be?
2025-05-3040 min
the Bamateur HourE21 Keelon Russell - King Keelon pushing to be the next great Bama QBKing Keelon – the king or the king in waiting or will he go in exile and leave Bama for greener pastures. 5-Star recruit. Highest ranked QB recruit Bama has every signed. Evaluation and outlookKeelon Russell is evaluated as an extremely promising quarterback, particularly due to his exceptional arm talent, athleticism, and decision-making skills, and he is ranked as one of the top prospects in the 2025 recruiting class. Russell is a quick decision-maker who runs Duncanville's offense at a high level, demonstrating accuracy and efficiency in his throws. He also possesses the ability to extend pl...
2025-05-2515 min
the Bamateur HourE20 Alabama Football 2025 Defense outlookThe Bamateurs dig into the defense, talk about the outlook for the Defense in season 2 under Kane Wommack for the 2025 season, and go through the position groups and the stand-outs.
2025-05-2249 min
the Bamateur HourE19 S1 The Bamateurs take a deeper dive into the offense as a follow-up to last week’s episode on the offenseThe Bamateurs take a deeper dive into the offense as a follow-up to last week’s episode on the offense. We discuss the new OC Ryan Grubb and his potential impact on the team and his ability to elevate the offense. We discuss the QB Conundrum with the 3 QB’s and how Ty is the likely starter. We discuss the RB room and the lack of a proven impact running back, but a room full of talent. We go over the WR room and how talented the WR room is. We talk about the O-line and...
2025-05-191h 00the Bamateur HourE18 S1 Projecting the Bama offense for 2025 after spring practiceE18 S1 Projecting the Bama offense for 2025 after spring practice. A look back at the 2024 offense and the issues and how the 2025 offense can be improved. The impact of the new OC Ryan Grubb. The projected starters at each position for 2025. And can Ty Simpson led the team to the playoffs this year.
2025-05-1555 min
the Bamateur HourE17 S1 In Ty we trust - Ty is the Guy - The Alabama QB room for 2025 seasonE17 S1 In Ty we trust - Ty is the Guy - The Alabama QB room for 2025 season - Why Ty Simpson will be the starter for 2025 and why the QB play will be better in 2025 than it was in 2024.
2025-05-1220 min
the Bamateur HourE16 Season 1 - Ranking the top 10 SEC Football coaches - where does DeBoer rank?Top 10 SEC coaches - where does Kalen DeBoer rank among SEC coaches
2025-05-081h 08
the Bamateur HourE15 Newsflash Alabama Basketballs transfer portal signee Keitenn BristowAlabama Basketball signe Keitenn Bristow out of the Transfer portal. Alabama loses a transfer battle to Duke. Rylan Griffin goes to Texas A&M rather than returning to Bama. Roster now stands at 11. 2 spots left to fill.
2025-05-0806 min