This is the most unfortunate part of any off season... saying goodbye to the departing seniors. When that group of seniors have closed their careers by going 26-2 in their final two seasons, capping things off with a national championship; well, it makes it that much harder.

In the next few years we will see senior classes filled with far more talent. There won't be a lot of these guys who will hear their name called during the NFL Draft in April. But their contribution to the history of Alabama football can not be denied.

They leave as champions.

We've come across an opportunity to move some limited edition new art prints celebrating the Tide's 13th National Championship. As you can see, it's a very nice looking print by artist Ben Teeter, and we're proud to be able to offer it to our readers.

There are several different editions, designed to accomodate any budget. The poster edition is exactly that - a poster. The giclee editions are nicer - the printing used there is significantly more expensive than the poster - thus the difference in prices. All are limited editions, ranging from 2,000 on the poster to the ridiculously limited edition of 20 for the 16x20 giclee on canvas.

The posters will ship this week, and the giclees next week. Shipping is free on all items.

The payment is through PayPal, so order with confidence.

Choose Size and Edition

24x36 Poster Edition $30.00 11x14 Giclee Edition $70.00 11x14 Giclee Artist Proof $115.00 11x14 Giclee Printer's Proof $175.00 16x20 Giclee Edition $115.00 16x20 Giclee Artist Proof $175.00 16x20 Giclee Printer's Proof $225.00 16x20 Giclee Canvas Transfer $225.00 16x20 Giclee Canvas Transfer Artist Proof $325.00 16x20 Giclee Canvas Transfer Printer's Proof $425.00

It's that time again! With the recent news of players leaving early for the NFL, and National Signing Day rapidly approaching, it is once again time to take a look at Alabama's scholarship numbers situation.

Two pieces of information came out of Tuscaloosa today; one good and one bad.

As expected cornerback Kareem Jackson has declared himself eligible for the NFL Draft.

As some had speculated, Director of Player Personnel Jeremey was promoted to fill the defensive coach position vacated by James Willis.

Lane Kiffin has departed from the state of Tennessee, and for the sake of his health, hopefully forever.  What's it all about?  Alfie?

Here are a few thoughts:

On the heels of the great news that Alabama defensive coordinator Kirby Smart has decided to stay at Alabama, it looks as though inside linebackers coach James Willis will not. The folks at the Tuscaloosa News are reporting that he will accept the position of defensive coordinator at Texas Tech, under former Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville.

In a move that surprised absolutely no one, Alabama linebacker Rolando McClain announced on Monday that he would be entering the 2010 NFL Draft. The unanimous All-American and Butkus Award winner was a permanent team captain for the 2009 National Champion Crimson Tide.

Where does Rolando stand in the history of Bama's great linebackers?