​There is no denying the Alabama Crimson Tide have a number of question marks surrounding the roster entering the 2026 season. Even in spite of that, the program could still be good enough to compete for a national title this fall.Entering Year 3 of the Kalen DeBoer era, Alabama is in an interesting spot roster-wise as it approaches fall camp. The Crimson Tide boast a team that features a number of experienced veterans, as well as some newer faces who have yet to break out at the collegiate level.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAlabama is also tasked with replacing a number of prominent starters on both sides of the ball, including at quarterback, the offensive line, and others.There are some unknowns regarding just how good Alabama can be in 2026, though. Yes, the Crimson Tide could struggle at times, particular early in the season, but they could also be one of college football’s best this fall, finding themselves making a deep run toward a title in the College Football Playoff.Taking a look at the Crimson Tide’s roster in particular, here are three reasons why Alabama could make a deep CFP run toward a national title in 2026, as well as three reasons why they might not.Nov 15, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Red Morgan (16) and defensive back Keon Sabb (3) celebrate after making a stop for no gain during the game with Oklahoma Sooners at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn ImagesAlabama boasted one of college football’s top secondaries a year ago, and with all five starters from the end of last season returning in 2026, there is certainly reason to believe the Crimson Tide’s defensive back room could be the best in the country. Among that position group, Bray Hubbard, Zabien Brown, and Keon Sabb are all marquee names in college football, and the same will likely happen for both Dijon Lee Jr. and Red Morgan in 2026, if they aren’t already there.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementApril 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama offensive linemen Jayvin James and Michael Carroll drop to block at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.While there is no denying the amount of talent the unit has, the Crimson Tide’s offensive line is still a huge unknown entering the fall due to lack of starting experience. Time will only tell the impact that could have in 2026. A group that returns only one starter in Michael Carroll, Alabama’s offensive line will have to improve in 2026 if the Crimson Tide wish to contend for a title.April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Austin Mack prepares to take a snap at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.In today’s college football, elite play at the quarterback position is required to win a national title more times than not, and there is potential for Alabama to receive just that this fall. There is a bit of an unknown surrounding both Austin Mack and Keelon Russell due to lack of starti