ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith has put Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer on notice ahead of the Crimson Tide's upcoming matchup against LSU, suggesting DeBoer's job could be at risk with a loss.
Smith's comments, reported by Heavy.com on November 7, 2026, highlight the high stakes for DeBoer in his first season at Alabama. The game against LSU is seen as a critical test for the program.
Alabama enters the contest under intense scrutiny after a season of mixed results, and a defeat to their SEC rival could amplify pressure on the first-year coach.
