Alabama among finalists for 4-star 2026 defensive lineman
Nolan Wilson, one of the nation's top defensive line prospects, has officially narrowed his list of finalists down to five, a group which includes the Alabama Crimson Tide.
Alongside the Crimson Tide, Wilson also listed the Auburn Tigers, Florida Gators, Miami Hurricanes, and Ole Miss Rebels among his finalists.
According to the 247Sports Composite recruiting rankings, Wilson is considered as the nation's No. 58 overall player in the 2026 class, as well as the No. 3 prospect in the state of Mississippi where he attends Picayune Memorial High School. A four-star prospect, Wilson is also ranked as the No. 6 defensive lineman in the nation.
Alabama's 2026 class currently has five commitments, four of which come on the defensive side of the ball.
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