The newest episode of the Alabama Roundtable podcast is live! And this week, Brandon Gibson and I had plenty to unpack.

We kicked things off with a full recap of Alabama’s statement win over Tennessee. A game that felt personal, powerful, and defining. It wasn’t just another victory. No. It was proof of how far this team has come since Week 1: from uncertain to unstoppable, from finding their footing to finding their identity. The defense set the tone early, flying to the ball with energy and confidence. The secondary looked sharper, the front seven was relentless, and the communication across the field showed just how much growth has taken place in just a few short weeks.

Speaking of Simpson, we dove into his growing Heisman campaign and why he deserves to be in that conversation. His leadership, consistency, and calm under pressure have transformed Alabama’s offense. What’s impressed us most isn’t just the stats, but the way he’s elevated everyone around him. If Simpson keeps playing at this level, his Heisman chances aren’t just realistic, they’re earned.

Ty Simpson, once again, played with the kind of poise that every great Alabama quarterback has to earn. He managed the game like a veteran: calm in the pocket, decisive under pressure, and unshaken when the moments got big. It’s clear now: this offense moves with his confidence. The Tide looked more complete than they’ve been all season, and you could feel the trust building in every snap.

Speaking of Simpson, we dove deep into his growing Heisman campaign, and why he deserves to be in that conversation. His leadership, consistency, and command have completely transformed Alabama’s offense. What’s impressed us most isn’t just the stats, but the steady maturity behind them. Simpson doesn’t force plays; he creates them. He doesn’t chase highlights; he makes winning look routine. He’s the kind of quarterback who lifts everyone around him. From the offensive line’s protection to the receivers’ confidence, and that’s the mark of something special.

If Simpson keeps playing at this level, his Heisman chances aren’t just realistic — they’re earned the Alabama way: through discipline, humility, and a relentless drive to get better every single week.

We also broke down Alabama’s upcoming matchup against South Carolina, a team that can’t be overlooked. The Gamecocks have talent, but this feels like an opportunity for Alabama to make another statement heading into the heart of SEC play.

One of the most exciting parts of our discussion was seeing how much this team , and also Kalen DeBoer, have evolved since that rocky Week 1 loss to Florida State. Players like Bray Hubbard, Zabien Brown, Ryan Williams, and more, have all shown major growth. Kalen DeBoer, too, has found his rhythm. Blending discipline with creativity and showing more emotion on the sidelines as his team grows around him.

To wrap things up, we looked ahead to some of this weekend’s best SEC matchups, including a few that could shake up the standings before November arrives.

It’s an episode packed with energy, insight, and a whole lot of Crimson pride.

🎙️ Catch the full Alabama Roundtable episode now, where we break down the Tide, the talent, and the truth about this season.