My name is John Merifield, and I'm a senior at the University of Alabama studying news and sports media. I was born in Mobile and have been a huge fan of all things Alabama. I'm also a big fan of the Atlanta Braves and the New Orleans Saints. You can find me on Twitter @jdmerry
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Alabama Lands Six AP Preseason All-American Selections
The Associated Press released its preseason All-American list for the upcoming college football season, and the Crimson Tide landed the most selections in the country.
Mack Wilson Shares Adorable Moment With His Son After Preseason Game
The kids of former Crimson Tide stars continue to steal the spotlight as we get closer to the start of the NFL season.
Nick Saban Takes a Friendly Shot at Stephen A. Smith for His Return to ESPN
Nick Saban has got jokes, and pulled no punches for Stephen A. Smith in his return to “First Take.”
Herb Jones Became a Starter on Pelicans After Just a Few Summer League Practices
Apart from sure-fire lottery picks, earning playing time as a rookie isn’t an easy task for a player drafted so late. But for Jones, he had his spot on the starting roster all but guaranteed after just a few summer league practices.
Jameson Williams Will Wear the Number of a Detroit Lions Legend This Season
Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Jameson Williams announced via his Instagram story the new number that he will be rocking this season.
Tennessee Offensive Lineman Reveals Crazy Injury Hendon Hooker Suffered Against Alabama
Tennessee offensive lineman Cooper Mays recently shared a story about the last time the Volunteers matched up against the Tide last October that really puts the toughness of these players into perspective.
Former Alabama Offensive Lineman Making Waves with Las Vegas Raiders
One former member of the Alabama Crimson Tide is finally getting his shot to be an everyday starter for the Las Vegas Raiders.
Ric Flair Calls Derrick Henry His Favorite NFL Player
“The Nature Boy” visited the Tennessee Titans’ practice on Thursday and spoke about his admiration for the former Alabama Heisman Trophy winner.
Steelers Safety Minkah Fitzpatrick Suffers Injury on Vacation
It looks like Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick won’t be starting training camp on time with the rest of his team.
Nick Saban Talks Conference Realignment, “Mega-Conferences” During SEC Media Days
Nick Saban gave his thoughts on potential SEC expansion and "mega-conferences" during SEC Media Days.