Overview
- Five-star RB Ezavier Crowell, an in-state standout who reclassified, signed with Alabama and drew immediate-impact praise from coach Kalen DeBoer.
- No. 1 linebacker Xavier Griffin signed his national letter of intent, becoming Alabama’s 20th Day 1 signee and solidifying the class’s top defensive core.
- Running back Javari Barnett reversed his summer decision and signed with Illinois, leaving Crowell as Alabama’s lone RB signee in the 2026 group.
- In-state edge Malique Franklin, a 3-star prospect from Daphne, came aboard just before the window and signed on Wednesday to bolster the front seven.
- Alabama’s team ranking shifted from No. 2 earlier in the week to No. 3 after Wednesday’s signings, with the early signing period continuing through Friday.