Bama, Bourbon, & Big Decisions: Ty Simpson, Transfers & Crimson Tide Hoops Talk

The Next Round

Sports, Football, News, Basketball, Sports News

4.9 • 890 Ratings

🗓️ 16 January 2026

⏱️ 25 minutes

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We're back with another edition of Bama and Bourbon as Lance Taylor from The Next Round and Aaron Suttles from Yea Alabama dive into one of the most talked-about storylines surrounding the Crimson Tide. The guys discuss Ty Simpson’s decision to turn down multiple big-money NIL offers, avoid transferring to another school, and choose the NFL over leaving Alabama for a rival, preserving his legacy with Alabama Football fans. Lance and Aaron also navigate the wild world of the transfer portal, breaking down the latest comings and goings for Alabama Football, what it means for Kalen DeBoer’s roster, and how the ever-changing college football landscape continues to reshape the sport. The conversation doesn’t stop on the gridiron. The guys hit the hardwood as well, recapping Alabama Basketball’s road win at Mississippi State and Labaron Philon’s career-high scoring performance, plus what it means for Nate Oats’ squad moving forward in SEC play. As always, the discussion is paired with a premium pour. This week’s bourbon is Maker’s Mark Private Selection: Tuscaloosa, Alabama Barrel Trail, and the fellas share tasting notes, flavor profiles, and why it’s a perfect sip for Bama fans and bourbon enthusiasts alike. 🥃 If you love Alabama Football, Alabama Basketball, and great bourbon, this episode is for you. 👉 Be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to The Next Round YouTube channel for more episodes of Bama and Bourbon, where Crimson Tide talk and top-shelf bourbon meet every week. #AlabamaFootball #AlabamaBasketball #RollTide #TySimpson #NFLDraft #TransferPortal #NIL #CrimsonTide #SECBasketball #CollegeFootball #CollegeBasketball #MakersMark #Bourbon #Whiskey #BourbonEnthusiast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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