The story I heard was Bama was trailing Mississippi State at halftime and Mal Moore came in the Tide's dressing room and told Stallings that unless Bama pulled the game out, he (Stallings) would be out of a job. I heard he did it in front of the Bama squad. That may not be all true, but when you hear a story a few times the same way, there has to be some part of it true. It was kind of strange that Stallings 'stepped down' at the end of that year. I will ask Jim Cunningham the next time I see him or talk with him. I guarantee he will know the story behind the story...

How many of you have heard of Joe Kines, he played at Jacksonville State and coached there also.He coached with Charley Pell at Clemson,Arkansaw(sp)and Florida.He has coached at Alabama for several years as their top def. coach.I had several classes with him while we were there working on our Masters program. He is one find coach and friend. Before they look away, check on Joe. ED