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Yahoo
07-07-2025
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Mother of Recent Alabama 5-Star Commit Shuts Down Nick Saban Rumor
Mother of Recent Alabama 5-Star Commit Shuts Down Nick Saban Rumor originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Alabama Crimson Tide has had a very productive recruiting run with the 2026 class. The program added five-star safety Jireh Edwards on Saturday, who is the No. 2 player at his position. However, with Alabama's recruiting success, rumors have circulated that former head coach Nick Saban may have played a role. Advertisement The mother of five-star Alabama commit Jorden Edmonds took to X to refute these claims. She commented on a post highlighting the other five-star pledges the Crimson Tide have to settle the score. Edmonds is the No. 2 corner in the 2026 class and has been committed to Alabama since March. ESPN College Gameday analyst Nick Saban. © Jerome Miron-Imagn Images "Neither has Edmonds! Edmonds' mother said. "And he's been committed since March!" Alabama now has five five-star commits from the 2026 class, including Edwards, Edmonds, running back Ezavier Crowell, receiver Cederian Morgan and linebacker Xavier Griffin. Saban was the head coach in Tuscaloosa from 2007-2023, winning six national titles during that span. He retired after the 2023 season, which ended with a 27-20 overtime loss to the Michigan Wolverines in the College Football Playoff. Advertisement Current head coach Kalen DeBoer just finished his first season at 9-4. After narrowly missing the CFP last season, Paul Finebaum weighed in on DeBoer's future. While he does not think missing the playoff again will get DeBoer fired, he believes the pressure on the head coach will intensify. After Edwards' recent pledge to the program, Alabama has the No. 5 recruiting class for the 2026 cycle on On3 Sports. A new commit may be on the way via quarterback Tayden Kaawa, who the Crimson Tide are leading the pack for. Alabama faces the Florida State Seminoles in its season opener on August 30. Kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Related: Ty Simpson Names 'Bucket List' Event as Alabama's Quarterback This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
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- Yahoo
No. 1 Linebacker Recruit Trending Toward Alabama
No. 1 Linebacker Recruit Trending Toward Alabama originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Alabama Crimson Tide could be getting a commitment from another five-star prospect in the 2026 class. On3's Andrew Bone named Alabama as the favorite to land five-star linebacker Xavier Griffin. Alabama's other five-star commit is cornerback Jorden Edmonds. Advertisement Griffin was committed to the USC Trojans until May, when he de-committed. The Crimson Tide quickly took advantage and had Griffin in Tuscaloosa for an official visit on June 6. He is the top linebacker and No. 8 overall recruit in the 247Sports Composite for the 2026 class. He is a native of Gainesville, Georgia, and listed at 6-foot-3, 200 pounds. Alabama Crimson Tide target Xavier Griffin. Xavier Griffin/X Griffin also holds offers from the Texas Longhorns, Florida State Seminoles, Ohio State Buckeyes, Georgia Bulldogs and other top programs. He missed time on the field due to injury last season, but still recorded 43 total tackles and six sacks in eight games. In 2023, he had 54 total tackles and 15 sacks. Advertisement If the prediction comes true, Griffin would join a stacked Alabama recruiting class highlighted by Edmonds, four-star athlete Zyan Gibson, four-star athlete Mack Sutter and four-star running back Ezavier Crowell. Three-star linebacker Zay Hall is Alabama's most recent commitment, pledging to the Crimson Tide on Friday. Alabama currently has the No. 10 overall recruiting class for 2026 on 247Sports. The Crimson Tide has been on a recruiting roll lately. Quarterback commit Jett Thomalla recently showcased his talents at the Elite 11 Finals and turned heads. Alabama is also a finalist for top recruits, such as defensive lineman Nolan Wilson. Advertisement Alabama opens the second year of DeBoer's tenure against the Florida State Seminoles on August 30. Kick off is at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Related: Alabama Transfer Reveals Why He Left The Program for Colorado This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Why Alabama's 2026 class is set to skyrocket up recruiting rankings
If you were to take a look at the Alabama Crimson Tide's current position in the 2026 team recruiting rankings, then it might not be something you necessarily expected to see in mid-June. As to why, that is because Alabama's 2026 recruiting class currently sits at No. 45 nationally according to the latest 247Sports Team Rankings with only seven commitments, as of Tuesday, June 17. Advertisement However, do not be surprised if that ranking changes in the very near future, as things are certainly in place for the Crimson Tide to skyrocket up the class rankings over the next two-to-three weeks. As mentioned previously, Alabama's 2026 recruiting class currently holds only seven commitments, which is among the fewest of any SEC team. Of those seven, one is a five-star prospect in cornerback Jorden Edmonds, while the remaining six are all considered four-star's. Lying ahead for the Crimson Tide however are numerous upcoming commitment decisions that will be made in the coming weeks from some of the nation's elite prospects, many of which have Alabama among their list of finalists. For example, here are a few of the top Alabama targets who are announcing their commitments in the next two-to-three weeks, along with their rating and position, according to the 247Sports Composite recruiting rankings. Alabama football recruiting decisions to watch during June, July 4-star RB Ezavier Crowell - June 26 4-star IOL Deacon Schmitt - June 28 5-star LB Xavier Griffin - June 29 5-star WR Cederian Morgan - July 2 5-star S Jireh Edwards - July 5 4-star LB Nick Abrams II - July 16 Advertisement With the Crimson Tide trending for some of these prospects as well, it certainly is shaping up to be a loaded late-June and early-July for Alabama, something that you could say has already started with a pair of recent four-star commitments in offensive lineman Sam Utu and quarterback Jett Thomalla. Will it continue in the coming days and weeks for the Crimson Tide? Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion. This article originally appeared on Roll Tide Wire: Alabama football recruiting decisions to watch for during June, July
USA Today
20-06-2025
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- USA Today
Why Alabama's 2026 class is set to skyrocket up recruiting rankings
Why Alabama's 2026 class is set to skyrocket up recruiting rankings If you were to take a look at the Alabama Crimson Tide's current position in the 2026 team recruiting rankings, then it might not be something you necessarily expected to see in mid-June. As to why, that is because Alabama's 2026 recruiting class currently sits at No. 45 nationally according to the latest 247Sports Team Rankings with only seven commitments, as of Tuesday, June 17. However, do not be surprised if that ranking changes in the very near future, as things are certainly in place for the Crimson Tide to skyrocket up the class rankings over the next two-to-three weeks. As mentioned previously, Alabama's 2026 recruiting class currently holds only seven commitments, which is among the fewest of any SEC team. Of those seven, one is a five-star prospect in cornerback Jorden Edmonds, while the remaining six are all considered four-star's. Lying ahead for the Crimson Tide however are numerous upcoming commitment decisions that will be made in the coming weeks from some of the nation's elite prospects, many of which have Alabama among their list of finalists. For example, here are a few of the top Alabama targets who are announcing their commitments in the next two-to-three weeks, along with their rating and position, according to the 247Sports Composite recruiting rankings. Alabama football recruiting decisions to watch during June, July 4-star RB Ezavier Crowell - June 26 4-star IOL Deacon Schmitt - June 28 5-star LB Xavier Griffin - June 29 5-star WR Cederian Morgan - July 2 5-star S Jireh Edwards - July 5 4-star LB Nick Abrams II - July 16 With the Crimson Tide trending for some of these prospects as well, it certainly is shaping up to be a loaded late-June and early-July for Alabama, something that you could say has already started with a pair of recent four-star commitments in offensive lineman Sam Utu and quarterback Jett Thomalla. Will it continue in the coming days and weeks for the Crimson Tide? Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion.
USA Today
05-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Where Alabama football's 2026 recruiting class sits in rankings entering June
Where Alabama football's 2026 recruiting class sits in rankings entering June As we enter the month of June, one could say that the Alabama Crimson Tide have yet to fully hit their stride on the recruiting trail. At the moment, the Crimson Tide hold only five current commitments in their 2026 recruiting class, each of which come from the state's of Alabama and Georgia. Of those five, one ranks as a five-star prospect according to the 247Sports Composite recruiting rankings in top cornerback Jorden Edmonds, while the others are all considered as four-star's. The four-star's are Zyan Gibson, Jamarion Matthews, Chris Booker, and Kamhariyan Johnson. However, with the calendar having now flipped to June, it marks what is usually a loaded month for recruiting at Alabama annually in which the Crimson Tide will host countless prospects for official visits, and could even land some commitments if last year is something to go off for Kalen DeBoer and staff. Where does the Crimson Tide's 2026 recruiting class currently rank however nationally with only five commits, as of June 5? Alabama football 2026 recruiting class ranking 247Sports: No. 46 nationally (No. 12 in SEC) No. 46 nationally (No. 12 in SEC) On3: No. 10 nationally (No. 4 in SEC) No. 10 nationally (No. 4 in SEC) ESPN: Unranked nationally (Not in Top 25) Unranked nationally (Not in Top 25) Rivals: No. 44 nationally (No. 12 in SEC) While the Crimson Tide's recruiting class ranking isn't as high as one might be accustomed to, it is also important to remember that Alabama only has five players committed, which is far less than some of the other top programs, and for the fact that it is only June. However, don't be surprised if this ranking changes in the near future, as the Crimson Tide are among the favorites for some big names currently, and could easily start to build momentum as we enter the summer months. Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion.
