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Alabama Football: Portal Moves for Offensive Line, Defense, WR, RB
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Alabama Football: Aggressive Rebuild in the Transfer Portal
The Crimson Tide, fresh off a College Football Playoff appearance, are actively filling roster gaps in the NCAA transfer portal. Key losses on the offensive line and defense, including potential NFL picks, have opened opportunities for portal additions. At wide receiver, losses are balanced by returning talent and potential newcomers like Cam Coleman. The run game, ranked second-worst in the SEC, is eyeing improvements with visits from Hollywood Smothers and others. Alabamas staff is blending portal vets with fresh recruits to rebuild depth and experience for another title push.
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Alabama's Kelby Collins Joins Transfer Portal
01:17|Kelby Collins, a junior defensive lineman from Alabama, is entering the NCAA transfer portal after playing in fourteen games this season and recording two sacks. He previously played at Florida before transferring to Alabama. His departure, along with other players, is reshaping the Tides roster and setting the stage for a busy offseason.Simpson's NFL Draft Dilemma: Stay or Go?
01:08|Ty Simpson, Alabamas quarterback, had a promising start to his college football career, but his performance dropped, affecting his NFL draft prospects. With a 64.5% completion rate, 3567 passing yards, 28 TDs, and 5 INTs, he also contributed 93 rushing yards and 2 TDs. Facing a decision to enter the draft or return for another season, former Alabama star A.J. McCarron advised Simpson to return, warning of a potential draft slide if he enters early.Alabama Gains Bulk with Strayhorn Transfer
01:34|Kaden Strayhorn, a 63, 318-pound lineman, commits to Alabama, bringing four years of eligibility. After redshirting at Michigan, hes eager to contribute, having played against top competition at IMG Academy. His family ties to Michigan State and Nick Saban add intrigue. This addition bolsters Alabamas offensive line depth and competition.Alabama Lands Transfer OL Kaden Strayhorn
01:19|Alabama secures significant transfer commitment from offensive lineman Kaden Strayhorn, who previously played for Michigan. Strayhorn, a native of Alabama, has family ties to legendary coach Nick Saban. His commitment boosts the Crimson Tides offensive line and signals a swift rebuild under new coach Kalen DeBoer. This marks Alabamas fourth transfer commitment this cycle, following earlier additions of running back Hollywood Smothers and tight end Josh Ford.Alabama Lands Transfer OL, Strengthens Trenches
01:21|Alabama Football Secures Offensive Line Reinforcements: Kaden Strayhorn, a Michigan transfer, joins the Crimson Tide, bringing experience and familiarity with current lineman Michael Carroll. Strayhorn, a redshirt freshman, will fill open guard and center spots, providing four years of service. He joins a wave of portal additions, including Josh Ford, Hollywood Smothers, and Caleb Woodson, as Alabama bolsters its trenches for the 2026 season under Kalen DeBoer.Strayhorn, Smothers Join Alabama's Portal Moves
01:33|Alabama Secures Michigan Transfer OL Kaden Strayhorn, Boosts Rushing Attack with NC State Transfer RB Hollywood Smothers: The Crimson Tide bolsters their offensive line with Strayhorn, who brings four years of eligibility and a strong run-blocking resume. Meanwhile, they add a powerful running back in Smothers, who rushed for 939 yards and six TDs last season. These additions aim to improve a dismal rushing attack that ranked 15th in the SEC last year.Strayhorn Joins Alabama from Michigan
01:24|Kaden Strayhorn, a three-star recruit from Michigan, is transferring to Alabama, filling their need for a center. The true freshman, who played right tackle in high school, has four years of eligibility and is familiar with the team due to his high school teammate, Michael Carroll. This move comes at a crucial time for Alabama, as they lost their starting center to the NFL Draft and had two other linemen leave the team.Brooks Re-signs with Alabama, Boosts Offense
01:23|Alabamas Lotzeir Brooks re-signs, ensuring offensive continuity: The Crimson Tides freshman wide receiver, known for his standout performance against Oklahoma, has decided to stay with the team for the 2026 season.Alabama Lands Transfer LB Caleb Woodson
01:22|Alabama football secures a significant transfer portal win with linebacker Caleb Woodson from Virginia Tech. Woodson, a talented inside linebacker with one year of eligibility left, brings valuable experience to a Crimson Tide defense hit by departures. His commitment follows running back Hollywood Smothers recent transfer, bolstering Alabamas roster for the 2026 season and maintaining their competitive edge in the SEC.