Alabama, Florida and Clemson Enter 3 Key 2026 Quarterback Battles Before Fall Camp
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 10
Alabama, Florida and Clemson Enter 3 Key 2026 Quarterback Battles Before Fall Camp
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 10
Summary
Three Power 4 programs still lack a clear 2026 starter at quarterback just weeks before fall camp, with Alabama, Florida and Clemson each facing high-stakes decisions.
Alabama’s race pits veteran Austin Mack against redshirt freshman Keelon Russell, whose upside could restore the Crimson Tide’s ceiling despite Mack’s deeper familiarity with Kalen DeBoer’s system.
Florida’s competition between Georgia Tech transfer Aaron Philo and backup Tramell Jones may stretch into the season, with Sept. 19 at Auburn likely the first game that demands a settled answer.
Clemson has less time to wait: Dabo Swinney says Christopher Vizzina leads, but Tait Reynolds remains a live challenger before a Week 1 opener against LSU.