It might be a little premature, but there is firm reason to believe that Keelon Russell is best suited to be Jalen Milroe’s successor at quarterback for the Crimson Tide. Russell was arguably the top prospect in the 2025 recruiting class. He was awarded the 2024-25 Gatorade National Player of the Year and won two state championships. However, it is not the achievements that qualify Russell to be the starting quarterback. It is the type of player and leader that he is that gives him the advantage.
After spending several days at the Under Armour All-America practices in Orlando, I was able to see firsthand the poise, passion, and leadership that Russell possesses.