11/11/2026 11:00:00 AM | Football
Russell is one of 20 semifinalists for the national award
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama's Keelon Russell was named a semifinalist for the Walter Camp Player of the Year Award, the Walter Camp Football Foundation announced Wednesday.
Russell is one of 20 semifinalists for the Camp, presented annually to the most outstanding player in college football. Five finalists will be announced later this month before the 2026 recipient is named as part of the Home Depot ESPN College Football Awards Show on Friday, Dec. 11. Alabama has produced three Walter Camp Award winners in its history, including Derrick Henry (2015), Tua Tagovailoa (2018) and DeVonta Smith (2020).
Keelon Russell
Quarterback
- Earned the Crimson Tide's starting quarterback job to start his second season in Tuscaloosa
- One of the most dynamic quarterbacks in college football who can move the ball with his arm and his legs
- Thrown for 2,263 yards and 18 touchdowns compared to five interceptions on 165-of-245 passing
- Added 74 rushes for 276 yards and a team-high tying five scores on the ground
- Ranks in the top-25 nationally and top-four in the SEC for passing yards, touchdowns, points (140) and total offense (282.1)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
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