Comparing Florida State and Alabama's quarterbacks

Comparing Florida State and Alabama's quarterbacks

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Comparing Florida State and Alabama's quarterbacks

The Florida State Seminoles will take on the No. 10 Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium this Saturday after a difficult week, with the program firing athletic director Michael Alford.

Here's what you should know about Alabama, particularly their quarterbacking situation compared to Florida State's.

Alabama: Who is QB Keelon Russell?

Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell (12) throws against the East Carolina Pirates at Saban Field in Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Head coach Kalen DeBoer was cautious about Russell's play: "He's made some plays, but we have to help him out with some other things. He has to stay away from the big mistakes."

Russell has been with Alabama since 2025, where he served as a reserve quarterback in two games before becoming QB1 in 2026.

  • Completions/Attempts: 34/53 (64.2%)
  • Yards: 444
  • Touchdowns: 1
  • Interceptions: 2
  • Best Game: None of note in career yet.
  • Record: 2-0 (2026)

Russell has not had a great game in 2026. He struggled against Kentucky, going 16/23 for a touchdown and two interceptions. Despite this, the Crimson Tide won 45-17 in the end. If FSU wants a chance to win, they'll have to capitalize on Alabama's turnovers.

Florida State: How did Ashton Daniels do against SMU?

Jul 15, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels speaks to the media during ACC Media Days at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

FSU fans were hoping Daniels would improve against SMU. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. He had an okay game, throwing for 125 yards and one touchdown compared to one interception. He did however, score a rushing touchdown, which now puts his streak of having at least one in each game in 2026.

  • Completions/Attempts: 29/50 (58%)
  • Yards: 327
  • Passing Touchdowns: 2
  • Rushing Touchdowns: 2
  • Interceptions: 1

FSU continues its 2026 season against the Crimson Tide on Sept. 19. Fans can catch Monday's game on ABC at 3:30 p.m. ET.

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