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Alabama adds Louisiana transfer Dre'lyn Washington from transfer portal

Alabama adds Louisiana transfer Dre'lyn Washington from transfer portal

Alabama replenished its depth at the running back position Monday night.

1/6/25
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas
Projecting Alabama's upcoming backfield for the 2025 season

Projecting Alabama's upcoming backfield for the 2025 season

Here’s a look at how Alabama's backfield could shape up next fall.

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12/21/24
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas
Alabama eligibility tracker for the 2024 roster

Alabama eligibility tracker for the 2024 roster

Alabama is still sorting out its roster, but here is how things stand from an eligibility standpoint.

5/10/24
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas
College Football Playoff: How Rivals rated each team's roster in HS

College Football Playoff: How Rivals rated each team's roster in HS

Blake Corum is one of 44 former four-star prospects on Michigan's roster.

12/28/23
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
How Alabama's true freshmen performed in their first seasons

How Alabama's true freshmen performed in their first seasons

Here’s a look at how each of Alabama's freshmen performed in their first year and what we can expect from them.

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12/12/23
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas
What to expect from each of Alabama's true freshmen this season

What to expect from each of Alabama's true freshmen this season

Tony Tsoukalas predicts the impact each of Alabama's true freshmen will provide this season.

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8/30/23
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas
Alabama eligibility tracker: A look at the Tide's roster before fall camp

Alabama eligibility tracker: A look at the Tide's roster before fall camp

Where Alabama's roster stands heading into fall camp.

7/31/23
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas
23 for '23: Who will be Alabama's top freshman?

23 for '23: Who will be Alabama's top freshman?

Tony Tsoukalas and James Benedetto provide their takes on who will be Alabama's top newcomer this fall.

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6/12/23
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas and James Benedetto
23 for '23: Which Alabama summer arrival will provide the biggest impact?

23 for '23: Which Alabama summer arrival will provide the biggest impact?

Tony Tsoukalas and James Benedetto give their takes on which summer arrival will have the most first-year success.

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5/29/23
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas and James Benedetto
SEC Spotlight: Breaking down the 2023 class

SEC Spotlight: Breaking down the 2023 class

Five-star Keon Keeley is a big part of Alabama's top-ranked 2023 signing class.

2/6/23
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Rivals Rankings Week: Which RB is best fit for his future team?

Rivals Rankings Week: Which RB is best fit for his future team?

Look for Roderick Robinson to thrive in Georgia's offense, which is know for producing big-time RBs.

1/25/23
 â€˘ Staff
Southeast Spotlight: Toughest rankings questions

Southeast Spotlight: Toughest rankings questions

Will five-star Cormani McClain remain the highest-ranked prospect in the Southeast Region?

1/13/23
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
UA Game Week: Five teams that should be pleased

UA Game Week: Five teams that should be pleased

Oklahoma signee Jackson Arnold was one of several future Sooners who shined at the all-star event.

1/5/23
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
UA Game Week: Top offensive performers by position

UA Game Week: Top offensive performers by position

Wide receiver Zachariah Branch showed that he's a legit playmaker with his receiving skills and two great punt returns.

1/4/23
 â€˘ Adam Friedman
UA Game Week: Who DT Rueben Bain and Peter Woods like

UA Game Week: Who DT Rueben Bain and Peter Woods like

Miami signee Rueben Bain and Clemson signee Peter Woods cover top Under Armour All-America practice competition.

1/3/23
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Top prospects talk about being recruited by Coach Prime

Top prospects talk about being recruited by Coach Prime

Even players who didn't end up signing with Colorado can understand the allure of playing for Deion Sanders.

1/3/23
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
UA Game: Team Speed takeaways from Day 3

UA Game: Team Speed takeaways from Day 3

Colorado signee Dylan Edwards had another impressive performance on Sunday.

1/1/23
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Cormani McClain's recruitment is a hot topic at the UA Game

Cormani McClain's recruitment is a hot topic at the UA Game

Five-star cornerback Cormani McClain is ranked No. 3 in the 2023 Rivals250.

1/1/23
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
UA Game: Signees share which teams came up just short in their recruitment

UA Game: Signees share which teams came up just short in their recruitment

UCF signee John Walker said his choice to pick the Knights over Florida was "really close."

12/31/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
UA Game survey: Did NIL rules  impact recruiting process?

UA Game survey: Did NIL rules impact recruiting process?

Five-star Richard Young was among the prospects who said name, image and likeness rules were a non-factor.

12/30/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
UA Game: Prospects' interview videos from Orlando

UA Game: Prospects' interview videos from Orlando

Running back Cedric Baxter and several other elite prospects talk to Rivals from the all-star game in Orlando.

12/29/22
 â€˘ Rivals.com
UA Game survey: Is the transfer portal affecting recruiting?

UA Game survey: Is the transfer portal affecting recruiting?

Five-star Samuel M'Pemba and other prospects weigh in from the all-star game in Orlando.

12/29/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
ESD Superlatives: Recapping the 2023 class for Alabama

ESD Superlatives: Recapping the 2023 class for Alabama

Signing Day Superlatives: A look inside the 2023 recruiting class

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12/23/22
 â€˘ Brandon Howard
Tony's take: Kadyn Proctor is the biggest present Alabama unwrapped on ESD

Tony's take: Kadyn Proctor is the biggest present Alabama unwrapped on ESD

Five-star offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor provides optimism for Alabama heading into next season.

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12/21/22
 â€˘ Tony Tsoukalas
Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Tennessee commit Nico Iamaleava is the No. 2 prospect in the 2023 Rivals250.

12/6/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Following the Future: Alabama commits standing out in Playoffs

Following the Future: Alabama commits standing out in Playoffs

Another week, another round of the playoffs is underway and several teams are now one step closer to the goal of a

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11/20/22
 â€˘ Brandon Howard
Following the Future: How Alabama's commits fared over the weekend

Following the Future: How Alabama's commits fared over the weekend

As we do each week, we follow the path of Alabama commits and how they fared in their games. 

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11/13/22
 â€˘ Tide Illustrated
Following the Future: How Alabama's commits fared this week

Following the Future: How Alabama's commits fared this week

Here's a look at how Alabama's commits played this week for their respective high schools and community colleges.

11/7/22
 â€˘ Tide Illustrated
Next Up: Comparing RB recruits to college and NFL stars

Next Up: Comparing RB recruits to college and NFL stars

Four-star Justice Haynes committed to Alabama in July.

11/1/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Following the Future: How Alabama commits fared this week

Following the Future: How Alabama commits fared this week

Each week we take a look at all the Alabama commits, looking into their games and how they stood out.

10/31/22
 â€˘ Tide Illustrated
Flip watch: Rivals250 prospects who could change their decisions

Flip watch: Rivals250 prospects who could change their decisions

Will Texas A&M's disappointing start make five-star LB Anthony Hill question his commitment to the Aggies?

10/26/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Following the Future: How Alabama's commits fared this week

Following the Future: How Alabama's commits fared this week

Here's a look at how Alabama's commits from the 2023 and 2024 classes performed this week.

10/24/22
 â€˘ Tide Illustrated
Following the Future: How Alabama's commits fared this week

Following the Future: How Alabama's commits fared this week

Here's a look at how the recruits for the 2023 and 2024 classes fared in their respective games this week.

10/17/22
 â€˘ Tide Illustrated
Southeast Spotlight: Five midseason takeaways

Southeast Spotlight: Five midseason takeaways

Stanquan Clark and Miami Central are having a special season.

10/9/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Five thoughts on the 2023 running backs

Five thoughts on the 2023 running backs

Will Rueben Owens lock down the top spot at the position?

10/4/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Weekend recruiting buzz: Ten biggest visits on tap

Weekend recruiting buzz: Ten biggest visits on tap

Five-star DE Samuel M'Pemba visits Missouri as the Tigers take on Georgia, another program involved in his recruitment.

9/30/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Nebraska, USC, Roderick Robinson

Three-Point Stance: Nebraska, USC, Roderick Robinson

Nebraska, led by interim coach Mickey Joseph, trailed Oklahoma 35-7 at halftime on Saturday.

9/19/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Alabama should be concerned about Justice Haynes

Fact or Fiction: Alabama should be concerned about Justice Haynes

Four-star Alabama commit Justice Haynes will be attending Georgia's game against Oregon this weekend.

9/3/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: Five programs poised for a big autumn

Tuesdays with Gorney: Five programs poised for a big autumn

Alabama appears to lead for recent five-star Notre Dame decommit Keon Keeley.

8/23/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 RBs

Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 RBs

Four-star Rueben Owens II is the top-ranked all-purpose back in the 2023 class.

8/17/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: New Rivals250 released

Tuesdays with Gorney: New Rivals250 released

The new rankings for 2023 are out and Adam Gorney gives his thoughts, position-by-position.

8/16/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Lehigh head coach James Chaney talks Richard Young going to Alabama

Lehigh head coach James Chaney talks Richard Young going to Alabama

Lehigh Acres head coach James Chaney talks about tailback Richard Young's commitment to Alabama.

7/29/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Commitment Breakdown: Four-star RB Richard Young to Alabama

Commitment Breakdown: Four-star RB Richard Young to Alabama

The legendary recruiting abilities of the Crimson Tide under head coach Nick Saban took another stride forward Friday

7/29/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Tuesdays with Gorney: A look at the top of 2023 position groups

Tuesdays with Gorney: A look at the top of 2023 position groups

Malachi Nelson has been fantastic over the past few months. Does that necessitate a change at the top?

7/26/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: Quick hits on top uncommitted 2023 prospects

Tuesdays with Gorney: Quick hits on top uncommitted 2023 prospects

At this point it looks like a battle between Florida and Alabama for 2023 five-star CB Cormani McClain.

7/12/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Making the Case: RB Richard Young

Making the Case: RB Richard Young

The No. 2 running back in the 2023 class has narrowed his list to three programs.

7/11/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Five thoughts on the 2023 RB class

Five thoughts on the 2023 RB class

Four-star Justice Haynes is the top-ranked running back in the 2023 class.

7/5/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Ohio State will land more elite Florida prospects

Fact or Fiction: Ohio State will land more elite Florida prospects

Four-star linebacker Troy Bowles is ranked No. 16 in the Florida state rankings.

6/23/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Notre Dame gets chance to impress No. 2 RB Richard Young starting Tuesday

Notre Dame gets chance to impress No. 2 RB Richard Young starting Tuesday

Notre Dame will receive the third of Richard Young's five official visits in June

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6/13/22
 â€˘ Tyler James
Rival Views: If there's a five-star RB in 2023 who should it be?

Rival Views: If there's a five-star RB in 2023 who should it be?

Rivals analyst Ryan Wright argues that RB Justice Haynes is as special as they come.

6/10/22
 â€˘ Nick Harris and Ryan Wright
Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 RBs

Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 RBs

Four-star Rueben Owens II is the No. 1 running back in the 2023 class.

6/8/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

The new Rivals250 for the 2023 class has been released.

6/7/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Busy visit weekend, rankings updates, five-star RBs

Three-Point Stance: Busy visit weekend, rankings updates, five-star RBs

Five-star quarterback Arch Manning's trip to Georgia highlights a huge weekend of official visits across the country.

6/4/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Eli Holstein will win more titles than any other 2023 QB

Fact or Fiction: Eli Holstein will win more titles than any other 2023 QB

Four-star quarterback Eli Holstein committed to Alabama earlier this week.

5/28/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Commitment predictions for top 10 uncommitted 2023 RBs

Commitment predictions for top 10 uncommitted 2023 RBs

Four-star Justice Haynes is the top-ranked running back in the 2023 class.

5/24/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Richard Young, No. 2 RB in 2023 class, schedules Notre Dame official visit

Richard Young, No. 2 RB in 2023 class, schedules Notre Dame official visit

Running backs coach Deland McCullough might be looking to add more than two running backs to Notre Dame's 2023 class

5/17/22
 â€˘ Tyler James
Fact or Fiction: Francis Mauigoa will stay in the Southeast

Fact or Fiction: Francis Mauigoa will stay in the Southeast

Four-star Francis Mauigoa is ranked No. 19 in the 2023 Rivals250.

5/12/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Lehigh HC James Chaney on RB Richard Young at Oregon, possible Alabama OV

Lehigh HC James Chaney on RB Richard Young at Oregon, possible Alabama OV

Lehigh head coach James Chaney gives a recruiting update on four-star running back Richard Young after Oregon visit.

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5/4/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Tuesdays with Gorney: Teams that could load up on top 100 recruits

Tuesdays with Gorney: Teams that could load up on top 100 recruits

Five-star Brandon Inniss is the top-ranked receiver in the 2023 class.

5/3/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Gators will load up with three Florida O-linemen

Fact or Fiction: Gators will load up with three Florida O-linemen

Can the Gators really land Bryce Lovett, Knijeah Harris and Payton Kirkland?

4/28/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Lehigh head coach James Chaney on his four-star RB Richard Young

Lehigh head coach James Chaney on his four-star RB Richard Young

Lehigh High School head coach James Chaney updates four-star RB Richard Young's recruiting.

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4/22/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Consistency has been key for Alabama with elite RB Richard Young

Consistency has been key for Alabama with elite RB Richard Young

The latest on major Tide target after visit.

4/19/22
 â€˘ Andrew Bone
The top five uncommitted RBs in the 2023 class

The top five uncommitted RBs in the 2023 class

Four-star Justice Haynes is the top-ranked running back in the 2023 class.

4/19/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Alabama Crimson Tide: Star recruits lining up to attend A-Day

Alabama Crimson Tide: Star recruits lining up to attend A-Day

Top targets heading to Tuscaloosa this weekend.

4/14/22
 â€˘ Andrew Bone
Fact or Fiction: Georgia is a leader for Richard Young

Fact or Fiction: Georgia is a leader for Richard Young

Four-star running back Richard Young is ranked No. 28 in the 2023 Rivals250.

4/14/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Ranking the Contenders: Four-star RB Richard Young

Ranking the Contenders: Four-star RB Richard Young

Ranking the top-seven contenders for four-star 2023 tailback Richard Young.

4/10/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Tuesdays with Gorney: How things may shake out with top RBs

Tuesdays with Gorney: How things may shake out with top RBs

Justice Haynes is the top-ranked running back in the 2023 class.

4/5/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
RCS New Orleans: How Rivals camp, other events will impact rankings

RCS New Orleans: How Rivals camp, other events will impact rankings

Kaleb Jackson is doing his part to shake up the running back rankings after a strong performance in New Orleans.

4/2/22
 â€˘ Adam Friedman, Adam Gorney, Nick Harris
Florida is a hotbed for 2023 RBs

Florida is a hotbed for 2023 RBs

Richard Young is the top-ranked running back in the Sunshine State, which is loaded at the position in 2023.

3/31/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Tuesdays with Gorney: Thoughts after four days in Louisiana

Tuesdays with Gorney: Thoughts after four days in Louisiana

Quarterback Eli Holstein decommitted from Texas A&M earlier this month.

3/29/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Rivals Camp Series Miami: Prospects make commitment predictions

Rivals Camp Series Miami: Prospects make commitment predictions

Five-star Brandon Inniss is the fifth-ranked prospect in the 2023 Rivals250.

3/15/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Fact or Fiction: Richard Young is a top-two RB in the 2023 class

Fact or Fiction: Richard Young is a top-two RB in the 2023 class

Four-star Richard Young is currently the second-ranked running back in the 2023 class.

2/22/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Rivals100 RB Richard Young updates SEC, Big 12 and ACC relationships

Rivals100 RB Richard Young updates SEC, Big 12 and ACC relationships

2023 Rivals100 RB Richard Young updates recruiting and potential Oklahoma and Georgia visits.

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2/21/22
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Canes taking an interesting approach to Richard Young's recruitment

Canes taking an interesting approach to Richard Young's recruitment

Miami isn’t using the constant blitz of texts and phone calls with this 5-star, and that might pay off.

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2/21/22
 â€˘ Matt Shodell
Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 RBs

Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 RBs

Justice Haynes, a power back with excellent speed, sits atop the running back and all-purpose back rankings.

2/16/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Four-star Justice Haynes continues to compete for the top spot in the 2023 running back rankings.

2/15/22
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Rounding up the latest Missouri offers - Feb. 14th

Rounding up the latest Missouri offers - Feb. 14th

Taking a quick look at Missouri's latest 2023 targets

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2/14/22
 â€˘ Sean Williams
Cristobal, Smith show love for Young, Henderson in Lehigh visit

Cristobal, Smith show love for Young, Henderson in Lehigh visit

Lehigh Acres High School got a visit from a couple of Cane coaches today and now they are headed to Las Vegas.

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1/24/22
 â€˘ Matt Shodell
Coach Saban visits highly-touted RB target Richard Young

Coach Saban visits highly-touted RB target Richard Young

Interview with Leigh High School head coach, James Chaney.

1/20/22
 â€˘ Andrew Bone
23 in '23: Early recruiting class prediction for Ohio State Football

23 in '23: Early recruiting class prediction for Ohio State Football

Twelve months out from Signing Day for the 2023 class, let's make some bold predictions.

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1/20/22
 â€˘ Eric Lammers
Alabama Crimson Tide 2023 Big Board: Running back

Alabama Crimson Tide 2023 Big Board: Running back

An in-depth look at the top targets at the position.

1/18/22
 â€˘ Andrew Bone
Inside The Banks: Early Look At Rutgers 2023 Recruiting - Offense

Inside The Banks: Early Look At Rutgers 2023 Recruiting - Offense

This week on Inside The Banks, TKR looks ahead at the 2023 class, what offers are out there and where Rutgers stands.

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12/28/21
 â€˘ Alex Gleitman
2023 Rivals100 RB Richard Young taking officials in spring

2023 Rivals100 RB Richard Young taking officials in spring

Rivals100 RB Richard Young ready to take official visits in spring of 2022.

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12/22/21
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Rivals Rankings Week: New 2023 RB rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: New 2023 RB rankings

Most of the top running backs remain uncommitted, but four-star RB Sedrick Irvin has given his pledge to Notre Dame.

12/1/21
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Rivals Rankings Week: Five schools that should be pleased

Rivals Rankings Week: Five schools that should be pleased

Ohio State, with elite 2023 athlete Alex Styles, has some major talent coming through the pipeline.

11/30/21
 â€˘ Sam Spiegelman
Tuesdays with Gorney: Breaking down the 2023 rankings

Tuesdays with Gorney: Breaking down the 2023 rankings

Adam Gorney goes position-by-position through the new Rivals250 ranking for the 2023 class.

11/30/21
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Ohio State will be trending for Devin Brown

Fact or Fiction: Ohio State will be trending for Devin Brown

USC quarterback commit Devin Brown is visiting Ohio State this weekend.

11/20/21
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Recruiting Spotlight: Nos. 21-40 in the 2023 Rivals250

Recruiting Spotlight: Nos. 21-40 in the 2023 Rivals250

It seems unlikely that four-star Matayo Uiagalelei will join his brother at Clemson.

11/16/21
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Julian Humphrey is now a Georgia lock

Fact or Fiction: Julian Humphrey is now a Georgia lock

Four-star cornerback Julian Humphrey is ranked No. 55 in the 2022 Rivals250.

10/28/21
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Plays of the Week: Oct. 7-9

Plays of the Week: Oct. 7-9

This week's top plays are headlined by Notre Dame commit CJ Williams and Oregon commit Tetairoa McMillan.

10/13/21
 â€˘ David Berry
2023 Rivals250 RB Richard Young sets Oklahoma and Ohio State visits

2023 Rivals250 RB Richard Young sets Oklahoma and Ohio State visits

2023 Rivals250 RB Richard Young updates recruiting with planned game-day visits.

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10/11/21
 â€˘ Ryan Wright
Ranking the States: No. 3 Georgia

Ranking the States: No. 3 Georgia

Georgia continues to be a hotbed of talent. Athlete Travis Hunter is one of four five-star prospects from the state.

9/1/21
 â€˘ Adam Gorney
Ten 2023 prospects the Gators will likely contact shortly after midnight

Ten 2023 prospects the Gators will likely contact shortly after midnight

Ten juniors who are top priorities for Dan Mullen's staff.

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8/31/21
 â€˘ Donavon Keiser
Richard Young details where things stand with OSU, planning a return visit

Richard Young details where things stand with OSU, planning a return visit

Top RB target Richard Young talks relationship with Tony Alford, where the Buckeyes stand with him, and much more.

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8/26/21
 â€˘ Joseph Hastings
Rivals Rankings Week: Roundtable on the 2022 rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: Roundtable on the 2022 rankings

Five-star defensive tackle Tyre West committed to Georgia in December.

8/21/21
 â€˘ Staff
Rivals Rankings Week: Roundtable on the 2023 rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: Roundtable on the 2023 rankings

Four-star linebacker Siale Esera won two Rivals Camp Series MVPs this offseason.

8/14/21
 â€˘ Staff
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Latest on top players in new 2023 rankings

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Latest on top players in new 2023 rankings

Adam Gorney has the latest on 59 of the top 100 prospects in the new rankings.

8/13/21
 â€˘ Adam Gorney