Alabama Legends Rally Support Ahead of 2025-2026 Season: Hannah, Smith, and Henry Issue Calls for Undefeated Championship Run
As the 2025-2026 college football season approaches, the Alabama Crimson Tide are receiving a powerful boost of morale from some of their most celebrated alumni. Three legendary figures—Pro Football Hall of Famer John Hannah, Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith, and NFL rushing champion Derrick Henry—have publicly declared their unwavering support for the team, offering words of encouragement and inspiring calls for an undefeated season culminating in a national championship.
John Hannah, widely considered one of the greatest offensive guards in NFL history, and a cornerstone of Alabama’s dominant teams in the 1970s, expressed his unwavering belief in the current roster’s potential. “This team has the talent, the coaching, and the heart to achieve something truly special,” Hannah stated in a recent interview. “They have the opportunity to etch their names in Alabama history, and I have complete faith in their ability to seize that opportunity. Go get ’em, Tide!”
DeVonta Smith, the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner and a key contributor to Alabama’s 2020 national championship team, added his voice to the chorus of support. “I’m incredibly excited for this upcoming season,” Smith commented. “This team has a chance to do something extraordinary, and I’ll be cheering them on every step of the way. They need to believe in themselves, play with passion, and leave it all on the field. Bring home that championship!”
Derrick Henry, the NFL’s reigning rushing champion and a powerful force during his time at Alabama, echoed the sentiments of his predecessors. “The legacy of Alabama football is one of excellence and perseverance,” Henry emphasized. “This team has the potential to build upon that legacy, to create their own chapter in the history books. I’m confident they can achieve an undefeated season and bring home the championship trophy. Roll Tide!”
The combined support from these three legendary figures carries immense weight within the Alabama football program and its fanbase. Hannah, Smith, and Henry represent different eras of Alabama football dominance, yet their shared message of confidence and encouragement underscores the program’s enduring legacy of success. Their words serve as a powerful motivator for the current players, urging them to rise to the occasion and strive for greatness.
The 2025-2026 season promises to be an exciting one for Alabama football. With the backing of their legendary alumni, the Crimson Tide are poised to make a significant impact on the college football landscape, aiming for an undefeated season and a national championship. The collective message is clear: the expectation is victory, and the support is unwavering. The Tide is rolling.
