John Mitchell

John Mitchell

Joined: May 30, 2012

John is the Site Expert at Bama Hammer and a lifelong fan of the Alabama Crimson Tide. He has written for a variety of online platforms since 2007 with bylines at multiple Fansided sites including Saturday Blitz and Busting Brackets. He has previously covered Alabama high school athletics for East Alabama Sports Today. John is also a cinephile who loves to speak in movie quotes.

Auburn v Alabama

Kalen DeBoer and Alabama football stay hot on the recruiting trail, land 4-star Edge

Feb 15, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats directs his team against the Auburn Tigers during the first half at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images

Nate Oats wants Alabama to play like its season is on the line vs. Kentucky

Cederian Morgan, Class of 2026 wide receiver of Benjamin Russell High school in Alexander City, Alabama, catches a ball during the 2024 Dabo Swinney Football Camp in Clemson in Clemson June 5, 2024. Morgan, 38th overall ranked in the ESPN300 2026 recruiting ranking list, announced on social media X (formerly known as Twitter) Clemson offered him June 5, 2024.

Alabama football among final six for one of the top players in the 2026 class

September 3, 2011; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Marquis Maze (4) carries against the Kent State Golden Flashes during the first half at Bryant Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images

Former player says it's time for Alabama football to retire "LANK" philosophy

Goodyear Cotton Bowl - Alabama v Michigan State

Paul Finebaum turns up the heat on Kalen DeBoer with perception of Alabama football

Feb 14, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Brennen Norton takes a swing during Alabama baseball’s opening day at Sewell-Thomas Stadium against Bradley. The Crimson Tide defeated Bradley 10-6.

How to watch Alabama Baseball in the Jax College Baseball Classic

Dec 31, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jam Miller (26) rushes with the ball against the Michigan Wolverines during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

2025 Alabama football spring preview: Jam Miller leads talented group of running backs

Feb 19, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears (1) shoots as Missouri Tigers guard Marcus Allen (4) defends during the second half at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Two truths and (more than) one lie about Alabama basketball following Missouri loss

Feb 19, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Mouhamed Dioubate (10) dunks the ball against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

An additional change to the starting lineup that Nate Oats needs to make for Alabama

Feb 19, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers center Josh Gray (33) shoots as Alabama Crimson Tide forward Mouhamed Dioubate (10) defends during the second half at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

A historic defensive meltdown for Alabama basketball at Missouri

Feb 19, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats reacts to a non-call against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Alabama basketball can't overcome another slow start, falls at Missouri: 3 Takeaways

USF v Alabama

2025 Alabama football spring preview: Can Ty Simpson hold off two talented youngsters?

Mar 6, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Co-defensive coordinator Maurice Linguist works with linebackers during practice of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team Wednesday.

Alabama football getting official visit from elite 2026 safety prospect

Apr 25, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Dallas Turner poses after being selected by the Minnesota Vikings as the No. 17 pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft at Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NFL Draft History: The last time Alabama had a 1st round pick at every position

Feb 1, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears (1) celebrates with forward Mouhamed Dioubate (10) during a timeout against the Georgia Bulldogs at Coleman Coliseum. Alabama won 90-69. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Alabama basketball vs. Missouri: how to watch, betting odds, and a prediction

Feb 14, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Justin Lebron drives in a run with a sacrifice fly during Alabama baseball’s opening day at Sewell-Thomas Stadium against Bradley. The Crimson Tide defeated Bradley 10-6.

Alabama Crimson Tide News: Baseball, Softball win; 2024 football documentary to air