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.

Feb 24, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears (1) goes to the basket during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Alabama basketball has one major advantage that could lead to road win at Kentucky

Oct 12, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks running back Juju McDowell (0) is wrapped up by Alabama defenders at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama defeated South Carolina 27-25. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

South Carolina disrespects Alabama football with 2025 scheduling decision

Jan 14, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama guard Chris Youngblood (8) goes for a shot defended by Ole Miss guard Dre Davis (14) at Coleman Coliseum. Ole Miss defeated Alabama 74-64. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News

Losing to Ole Miss was not all that costly for Alabama basketball

Sep 28, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Jihaad Campbell (11) returns an interception against Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Dillon Bell (86) during the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images

An early look at the draft stock of Alabama football's 2025 NFL Draft hopefuls

Nov 30, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) runs for a touchdown against the Auburn Tigers during the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

New CBS Sports 2025 NFL Mock Draft has stunning Jalen Milroe landing spot

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer watches during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Oklahoma won 24-3.

Alabama football making a big in-state push for 2026 recruiting class

Jan 14, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) works against Mississippi Rebels guard Davon Barnes (7) during the second half at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images

A shakeup to the starting lineup may be necessary for Nate Oats, Alabama basketball

Sep 28, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (15) is penalized for grounding as he is pressured in the end zone by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Que Robinson (34) and linebacker Keanu Koht (19) resulting in a safety at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

Here's why the Carson Beck Alabama football story doesn't make sense

Dec 7, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (15) practices before the 2024 SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Alabama's reported interest in Carson Beck shows lack of confidence in QB room

Sep 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) rushes along the sideline during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Predicting Derrick Henry's rushing totals in the NFL Playoffs divisional round vs. Buffalo

Jan 14, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats directs his team against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images

"We should all be pretty concerned," says Nate Oats about struggling Alabama offense

Jan 14, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama forward Grant Nelson (4) hits the floor hard after being fouled by Ole Miss forward Malik Dia (0) at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

On Blue-Collar night, Alabama basketball was out-hustled and out-toughed

Jan 14, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama guard Mark Sears (1) looks for a passing lane as he is defended by Ole Miss forward Jaemyn Brakefield (4) at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Alabama basketball lays an egg in home loss to Ole Miss: 3 Takeaways

Sep 28, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer leaves the field after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

247Sports predicts Alabama football to win National Championship in 2027

Jan 11, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Derrion Reid (35) dunks against the Texas A&M Aggies during the second half at Reed Arena. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Alabama basketball might be short-handed against Ole Miss

Dec 31, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Vito Perri (53) and Alabama Crimson Tide punter James Burnip (86) lead the team onto the field before a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Oddsmakers have more faith in Alabama football in 2025 than the media