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Ranking the five best defensive players available in the transfer portal

Ranking the five best defensive players available in the transfer portal

Former five-star defensive back Jacoby Mathews is still available in the transfer portal after leaving Texas A&M.

5/23/24
 • Adam Gorney
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
 • Tony Tsoukalas
Transfer Portal LIVE: Latest news during spring open period

Transfer Portal LIVE: Latest news during spring open period

The transfer portal is back open for the spring period, as college football players can enter through April 30.

4/24/24
 • Staff
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
 • 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
 • 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
 • 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
 • Tony Tsoukalas
Fact or Fiction: DL is the strongest position group in 2023 class

Fact or Fiction: DL is the strongest position group in 2023 class

David Hicks Jr. leads a stellar DL line group, but what about the defensive backs?

1/18/23
 • 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
 • Ryan Wright
UA Game: Plenty of rankings questions after two practices

UA Game: Plenty of rankings questions after two practices

Will five-star cornerback Cormani McClain remain the top-ranked prospect at his position?

12/31/22
 • Adam Friedman
UA Game: Team Phantom takeaways from Day 2

UA Game: Team Phantom takeaways from Day 2

David Hicks (pictured) and Peter Woods are a fierce tandem for Team Phantom.

12/31/22
 • 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
 • Brandon Howard
National Signing Day: The Gorney Awards

National Signing Day: The Gorney Awards

Four-star Louisville commit Deandre Moore did not sign on Wednesday.

12/22/22
 • Adam Gorney
National Signing Day: Winners and losers

National Signing Day: Winners and losers

Alabama and Oregon had plenty to be pleased about, but Notre Dame and Ohio State might be scratching their heads some.

12/21/22
 • Adam Gorney
Nick Saban happy with Alabama's DB haul, still looking for cornerbacks

Nick Saban happy with Alabama's DB haul, still looking for cornerbacks

Alabama will likely need to fill some holes in the secondary this offseason.

12/21/22
 • Tony Tsoukalas
National Signing Day Announcement Guide

National Signing Day Announcement Guide

When will the nation's top prospects announce? Get all the times here.

12/21/22
 • Adam Friedman
Recruiting Rumor Mill: National Signing Day edition

Recruiting Rumor Mill: National Signing Day edition

There are still plenty of moving parts in Matayo Uiagalelei's recruitment heading into Wednesday.

12/20/22
 • Adam Gorney
Flip Watch: More than a dozen high-profile prospects that could flip

Flip Watch: More than a dozen high-profile prospects that could flip

Five-star Peyton Bowen has been committed to Notre Dame since January.

12/20/22
 • Adam Gorney
Southeast Spotlight: Five Early Signing Period predictions

Southeast Spotlight: Five Early Signing Period predictions

Damon Wilson could help sway the team rankings in favor of Georgia.

12/20/22
 • Ryan Wright
Three-Point Stance: Big visits, programs that will close strong, Ohio State

Three-Point Stance: Big visits, programs that will close strong, Ohio State

Five-star Desmond Ricks will be visiting LSU this weekend.

12/17/22
 • Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Trent Dilfer, UCF in the Big 12, Alabama's class

Three-Point Stance: Trent Dilfer, UCF in the Big 12, Alabama's class

Former NFL quarterback Trent Dilfer is the new head coach at UAB.

12/15/22
 • Ryan Wright
Fact or Fiction: Heisman Trophy, Alex Golesh, Auburn

Fact or Fiction: Heisman Trophy, Alex Golesh, Auburn

Alex Golesh has been hired as South Florida's next head football coach.

12/8/22
 • Ryan Wright
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Activity heating up as early period approaches

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Activity heating up as early period approaches

Four-star athlete Malachi Coleman decommitted from Nebraska last week.

12/5/22
 • Adam Gorney
Following the Future: How Alabama commits fared over the weekend

Following the Future: How Alabama commits fared over the weekend

2024 commits

12/4/22
 • Brandon Howard
Southeast Spotlight: Toughest questions about the rankings

Southeast Spotlight: Toughest questions about the rankings

Can Carnell Tate maintain his top spot in the receiver rankings?

11/30/22
 • Ryan Wright
Alabama DB commit Tony Mitchell covers SEC visits, sets Texas A&M official

Alabama DB commit Tony Mitchell covers SEC visits, sets Texas A&M official

Alabama 2023 four-star DB commit Tony Mitchell updates visits, covers set official to Texas A&M.

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11/29/22
 • Ryan Wright
Five top prospects that Hugh Freeze should target at Auburn

Five top prospects that Hugh Freeze should target at Auburn

Four-star quarterback Christopher Vizzina has been committed to Clemson since April.

11/28/22
 • 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
 • Brandon Howard
Alabama commit back on campus

Alabama commit back on campus

Alabama commit Tony Mitchell was back on Auburn's campus Saturday.

11/19/22
 • Caleb Jones
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
 • Tide Illustrated
Weekend recruiting buzz: Top 10 visits on tap

Weekend recruiting buzz: Top 10 visits on tap

Five-star Anthony Hill, who just backed off his pledge to A&M, will be visiting Texas.

11/11/22
 • Adam Gorney
Rankings Roundtable: What is toughest position to rank in 2023 class?

Rankings Roundtable: What is toughest position to rank in 2023 class?

Analyst Ryan Wright says a number of prospects are pushing Cormani McClain for the top spot at cornerback.

11/9/22
 • Staff
Rivals100 DB commit Tony Mitchell locked in on Bama with others pushing

Rivals100 DB commit Tony Mitchell locked in on Bama with others pushing

Rivals100 Thompson (Ala.) DB Tony Mitchell has come a long way since his recruitment started nearly five years ago.

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10/19/22
 • Brandon Howard
Alabama commits pitch top-rated in-state 2024 prospect Kavion Henderson

Alabama commits pitch top-rated in-state 2024 prospect Kavion Henderson

Alabama 2024 four-star DE Kavion Henderson visits the Crimson Tide ahead of Nov. 6 commitment.

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10/10/22
 • Ryan Wright
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
 • Adam Gorney
Weekend recruiting buzz: A dozen big visits

Weekend recruiting buzz: A dozen big visits

Desmond Ricks, the No. 2 overall player in the 2024 class, will go to Baton Rouge to visit the LSU Tigers.

9/16/22
 • Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Recruiting implications of Miami's game against Texas A&M

Fact or Fiction: Recruiting implications of Miami's game against Texas A&M

The Miami Hurricanes enter their weekend matchup against Texas A&M as an underdog.

9/15/22
 • Ryan Wright
Alabama High School Football: Defensive spotlight

Alabama High School Football: Defensive spotlight

Spotlight on the state of Alabama Class of 2023 and '24 top defensive players.

9/7/22
 • Ryan Wright and Sean Williams
Three-Point Stance: QBs wanted, Alabama five-stars, panic time at Auburn

Three-Point Stance: QBs wanted, Alabama five-stars, panic time at Auburn

Three-star Colin Houck is one of the top uncommitted quarterbacks in the 2023 class.

8/25/22
 • Ryan Wright
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
 • Adam Gorney
Mitchell remains locked in with the Tide despite A&M visit

Mitchell remains locked in with the Tide despite A&M visit

Alabama defensive back commit Tony Mitchell caused a significant stir several weeks back by taking a visit to College

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8/19/22
 • Brandon Howard
Notes from the Road: Bama targets and commits in Birmingham

Notes from the Road: Bama targets and commits in Birmingham

After spending several days in Birmingham here are the latest news and notes on several Alabama targets and a commit

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8/16/22
 • Brandon Howard
Sting Factor: Elliot Washington flips from Alabama to Penn State

Sting Factor: Elliot Washington flips from Alabama to Penn State

The four-star safety committed to the Crimson Tide in July, but he's opted to go to the Big Ten instead.

7/14/22
 • Adam Gorney
Five thoughts on the 2023 DB class

Five thoughts on the 2023 DB class

Five-star Cormani McClain is the top-ranked defensive back in the 2023 class.

7/14/22
 • Adam Gorney
Alabama DB commitment to follow in the footsteps of Tide greats

Alabama DB commitment to follow in the footsteps of Tide greats

Thompson HC Mark Freeman talks about his star pupil.

6/27/22
 • Andrew Bone
Rivals100 DB Tony Mitchell selects Alabama

Rivals100 DB Tony Mitchell selects Alabama

In-state star commits to the Crimson Tide.

6/26/22
 • Andrew Bone
Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 DBs

Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 DBs

Cormani McClain - an elite college-ready prospect - jumps up to the No. 2 overall player in the rankings update.

6/9/22
 • Clint Cosgrove
Commitment predictions for top 10 uncommitted DBs

Commitment predictions for top 10 uncommitted DBs

Florida surged into the picture in recent months and now is the leader for No. 1 CB Cormani McClain.

6/2/22
 • Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Fisher-Saban, A&M-Alabama recruiting, 2024 QBs

Three-Point Stance: Fisher-Saban, A&M-Alabama recruiting, 2024 QBs

Despite their disagreement this week, Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher agree on at least one thing when it comes to NIL.

5/21/22
 • Adam Gorney
Recruiting battles: Alabama vs. Texas A&M

Recruiting battles: Alabama vs. Texas A&M

Nick Saban vs. Jimbo Fisher.

5/19/22
 • Andrew Bone
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
 • Adam Gorney
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects setting up summer visits

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects setting up summer visits

Four-star AJ Harris could make a decision after just two or three visits this summer.

5/2/22
 • Adam Gorney
Where things stand with top five uncommitted DBs in 2023 class

Where things stand with top five uncommitted DBs in 2023 class

Alabama and Florida are battling it out for Cormani McClain - the lone five-star DB in the class at this point.

4/28/22
 • Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: Looking at the 2023 crop of cornerbacks

Tuesdays with Gorney: Looking at the 2023 crop of cornerbacks

Five-star Cormani McClain is the top-ranked cornerback in the 2023 class.

4/26/22
 • Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Iowa should feel confident about landing Kadyn Proctor

Fact or Fiction: Iowa should feel confident about landing Kadyn Proctor

Five-star Kadyn Proctor is the top-ranked offensive tackle in the 2023 Rivals250.

3/31/22
 • Adam Gorney
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Big visits continue across the country

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Big visits continue across the country

Five-star receiver Brandon Inniss took a weekend visit to Miami.

3/28/22
 • Adam Gorney
Four-star CB Tony Mitchell talks top programs

Four-star CB Tony Mitchell talks top programs

Four-star cornerback Tony Mitchell plans to be at Georgia this weekend and will soon return to Texas A&M.

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3/16/22
 • Adam Gorney
Rivals100 CB Tony Mitchell recaps USC visit, talks plans to return

Rivals100 CB Tony Mitchell recaps USC visit, talks plans to return

Rivals100 CB Tony Mitchell breaks down his USC visit and why he plans to take another trip out to see the Trojans.

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3/15/22
 • Ryan Young
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Top events and big visits taking place

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Top events and big visits taking place

Five-star Branson Inniss was one of several high-profile prospects that visited USC over the weekend.

3/14/22
 • Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: The top CBs will sign with Georgia or Alabama

Fact or Fiction: The top CBs will sign with Georgia or Alabama

Five-star Cormani McClain is the top-ranked cornerback in the 2023 class.

2/26/22
 • Adam Gorney
Sting Factor: Kayin Lee backs off Georgia pledge

Sting Factor: Kayin Lee backs off Georgia pledge

Georgia isn't used to losing recruiting battles, but the four-star cornerback is rethinking his recruitment.

2/24/22
 • Adam Gorney and Jed May
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
 • Adam Gorney
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects planning spring visits

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects planning spring visits

Five-star defensive lineman Jayden Wayne has more than 40 offers.

2/14/22
 • Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Nico Iamaleava could unseat Arch Manning as No. 1 QB

Fact or Fiction: Nico Iamaleava could unseat Arch Manning as No. 1 QB

Four-star quarterback Nico Iamaleava is currently ranked No. 41 in the Rivals250.

2/12/22
 • Adam Gorney
Dawg Fights: Georgia and Alabama battling for Rivals100 CB Tony Mitchell

Dawg Fights: Georgia and Alabama battling for Rivals100 CB Tony Mitchell

UGASports takes a look at the Georgia and Alabama battle in the recruitment of Rivals100 corner Tony Mitchell.

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2/10/22
 • Jed May
Tuesdays with Gorney: Five programs that could sign the top 2023 class

Tuesdays with Gorney: Five programs that could sign the top 2023 class

Five-star Arch Manning is the top-ranked prospect in the 2023 class, and could help push Alabama or UGA to No. 1.

2/8/22
 • Adam Gorney
Coaches on the road 1/19: Plans to watch a Big Time Hoops Game

Coaches on the road 1/19: Plans to watch a Big Time Hoops Game

The Football Staff is set to visit a few different locations on Wednesday, including a big in-state hoops contest.

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1/18/22
 • Eric Lammers
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
 • Adam Gorney
The War Room

The War Room

The biggest recruiting weekend of the season for Auburn.

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11/26/21
 • Christian Clemente
Rivals100 cornerback Tony Mitchell recaps second UGA visit

Rivals100 cornerback Tony Mitchell recaps second UGA visit

2023 Rivals100 corner Tony Mitchell discusses his recent visit to Athens, his second of the season.

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11/22/21
 • Jed May
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Latest news off busy weekend of visits

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Latest news off busy weekend of visits

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson coaches left a major impression on four-star RB Justice Haynes last weekend.

11/22/21
 • 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
 • Adam Gorney
The War Room

The War Room

One big – literally — 2022 target in town for an official visit this weekend and some other notes.

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11/12/21
 • Christian Clemente
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects react to weekend visits

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects react to weekend visits

Four-star cornerback Tony Mitchell visited Alabama over the weekend.

10/4/21
 • Adam Gorney
Recruits react to Alabama's win against Ole Miss

Recruits react to Alabama's win against Ole Miss

Several recruits share thoughts on the Tide's win against Ole Miss.

10/3/21
 • Andrew Bone
Tony Mitchell talks Tide, recruitment

Tony Mitchell talks Tide, recruitment

In-state DB spending a lot of time in Tuscaloosa.

10/1/21
 • Andrew Bone
Plays of the Week: Sept. 16-18

Plays of the Week: Sept. 16-18

This week's best plays are headlined by Alabama LB commit Jeremiah Alexander.

9/22/21
 • David Berry
Recruiting Rumor Mill: The latest after a busy weekend of visits

Recruiting Rumor Mill: The latest after a busy weekend of visits

Five-star USC commit Mykel Williams said he loved the atmosphere at Florida, but he remains in the Trojans' camp.

9/22/21
 • Adam Gorney
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Programs begin contacting 2023 standouts

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Programs begin contacting 2023 standouts

Four-star cornerback AJ Harris has already heard from several college football powers.

9/9/21
 • Adam Gorney
Recruit Reaction: Anthony Richardson steals the show in UF's season opener

Recruit Reaction: Anthony Richardson steals the show in UF's season opener

Nearly 20 prospects share their thoughts on the Gators' season-opening victory.

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9/4/21
 • Corey Bender, Donavon Keiser
GreatToBe23 is on the clock: Juniors who were contacted by Florida

GreatToBe23 is on the clock: Juniors who were contacted by Florida

Rivals100 cornerback says Florida was the first school he communicated with.

9/1/21
 • Corey Bender
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
 • Donavon Keiser
Ranking the States: No. 5 Alabama

Ranking the States: No. 5 Alabama

Four-star defensive end Jeremiah Alexander is the top-ranked prospect in Alabama.

8/30/21
 • Adam Gorney
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
 • 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
 • Staff
Rivals Rankings Week: States with most prospects

Rivals Rankings Week: States with most prospects

A few states dominated the new Rivals250 for 2023. Florida leads the way and boasts stars such as Brandon Inniss.

8/13/21
 • Sam Spiegelman
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
 • Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: There could be five Alabama five-stars in 2023

Fact or Fiction: There could be five Alabama five-stars in 2023

James Smith could be one of five five-stars from the state of Alabama in the 2023 class.

8/10/21
 • Adam Gorney, Adam Friedman, Sam Spiegelman
Tuesdays with Gorney: What pushed Arch Manning over the top to No. 1

Tuesdays with Gorney: What pushed Arch Manning over the top to No. 1

Five-star Arch Manning is the No. 1 prospect in the 2023 Rivals250.

8/10/21
 • Adam Gorney
Top-ranked CB in 2023 class details why Ohio State landed in his top 10

Top-ranked CB in 2023 class details why Ohio State landed in his top 10

Elite 2023 DB discusses inclusion of OSU in his top 10, contact with Kerry Coombs, message from CJ Hicks, and more.

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8/7/21
 • Joseph Hastings
Trio of Alabama standouts set to visit UM starting today

Trio of Alabama standouts set to visit UM starting today

The Canes hope to land a commitment from Trequon Fegans, and three of his state’s top recruits will be on campus.

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7/29/21
 • Matt Shodell / Matthew Suero
No. 1 cornerback in the 2023 class says UF is one of his 'top schools'

No. 1 cornerback in the 2023 class says UF is one of his 'top schools'

The Gators are going all in for the nation's top-ranked 2023 cornerback, as expected.

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7/7/21
 • Pat O'Donnell
Recruiting Rumor Mill: June visits drive the latest news

Recruiting Rumor Mill: June visits drive the latest news

Four-star defensive end DJ Wesolak recently visited Georgia and Clemson.

6/17/21
 • Adam Gorney
Georgia in select company for Elite 2023 cornerback Tony Mitchell

Georgia in select company for Elite 2023 cornerback Tony Mitchell

Tony Mitchell, the top-ranked defensive back in the 2023 class, said Georgia helped itself with his unofficial visit.

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6/7/21
 • Blayne Gilmer
Tuesdays with Gorney: What to expect from a historic June

Tuesdays with Gorney: What to expect from a historic June

Five-star linebacker Shawn Murphy is expected to visit Alabama this week.

6/1/21
 • Adam Gorney
Elite 2023 cornerback sets visit with the Florida Gators

Elite 2023 cornerback sets visit with the Florida Gators

Rivals100 cornerback Tony Mitchell is set to receive his first up-close look at the University of Florida.

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4/29/21
 • Corey Bender
Fact or Fiction: Seminoles should be worried McCall is taking visits

Fact or Fiction: Seminoles should be worried McCall is taking visits

Four-star safety Sam McCall committed to Florida State at the end of February.

4/29/21
 • Adam Gorney
2023's top CB Tony Mitchell set to see Athens as soon as visits resume

2023's top CB Tony Mitchell set to see Athens as soon as visits resume

The Dawgs are back in Alabama looking for talent, and Tony Mitchell is among the best.

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4/29/21
 • Jake Reuse
Alabama Crimson Tide:  A-Day attracts top recruits

Alabama Crimson Tide: A-Day attracts top recruits

Elite prospects talk spring game in Tuscaloosa.

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4/18/21
 • Andrew Bone