Who is Austin Mack and why did he play in the Rose Bowl?

Austin Mack is an Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback who entered the Rose Bowl game during the third quarter.

Did Austin Mack transfer to Alabama with Kalen DeBoer?

Yes, Austin Mack followed coach Kalen DeBoer from Washington to Alabama in January 2024.

What are Austin Mack's stats for Alabama football in 2025?

Mack has played in three games in 2025, with notable passing statistics and touchdown passes in a game against Louisiana Monroe.

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Mack Steps Up for Alabama in Rose Bowl

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Summary

Austin Mack entered the Rose Bowl game mid-third quarter for Alabama.
Mack previously followed coach Kalen DeBoer from Washington to Alabama.
He is a former four-star quarterback from Folsom, California.

Midway through the third quarter of the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl, Alabama quarterback Austin Mack entered the game, replacing an injured Ty Simpson. Mack expressed readiness for such an opportunity, stating his focus on being prepared to play at any moment. He has appeared in three games for Alabama in 2025, notably contributing significantly against Louisiana Monroe.

Mack's collegiate career began at Washington, where he committed to coach Kalen DeBoer. He reclassified to the 2023 recruiting class and redshirted his first season. Following DeBoer's move to Alabama in January 2024, Mack became his first transfer, bringing along several other former Washington teammates.

A highly-touted recruit, Mack was a four-star quarterback from Folsom, California, ranked as the No. 16 quarterback in his class. He is one of many California natives on the current Alabama roster, underscoring the team's West Coast recruiting ties.