Between now and the unofficial kickoff to the football preseason at SEC Media Days on July 20, AL is featuring one Alabama football player per day. We continue the series today with EJ Crowell.
Nick Kelly is an Alabama beat writer for AL.com and the Alabama Media Group. He specializes in covering Alabama football and basketball, with a strong focus on competitive sports and their broader implications in the sports business. Nick has been recognized for his work, being named Alabama Sportswriter of the Year in 2024 and receiving the Edward Aschoff Rising Star Award from the Football Writers Association of America, and his writing has been featured in various outlets including USA TODAY and Yahoo Sports.








