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Former Alabama WR Zay Horton joins Texas A&M, boosting Aggies receiver corps. Horton, a 64, 208-pound receiver, had a standout season at Alabama, catching 42 passes for 511 yards and 8 TDs. Hell be a prime target for QB Marcel Reed, who threw for 3,169 yards and 25 TDs last season. Texas A&M, after losing key players, has now landed 14 new players, including Horton, to bolster their roster and chase a deeper playoff run.

Isaiah Horton, former Alabama wide receiver, transfers to Texas A&M, joining offensive lineman Wilkin Formby. Horton, a six-foot-four, 208-pound standout, led Alabama in touchdown catches last season. He announced his decision on January 8th, leaving Alabama after one season following a move from Miami. Hortons biggest spotlight came in the Iron Bowl road win over Auburn, where he caught three touchdowns, including the game-winning score. Alabama is now hurting at wide receiver, with several players leaving for the NFL or transferring, leaving only a few experienced players remaining. The transfer shakeup sets up intriguing matchups ahead, especially with Texas A&M coming to town on October 24th next season.

Cam Coleman, a top transfer portal receiver, commits to Texas over Alabama, bringing an explosive weapon to the Longhorns offense as they aim for the College Football Playoff.

Kelby Collins, a former Alabama defensive lineman, has transferred to South Carolina, joining his brother Drew. Collins, a four-star recruit, played at Florida before moving to Alabama, where he recorded 12 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, and 2 sacks in 14 games. Despite missing the SEC Championship Game and sitting out against South Carolina, he contributed to Alabamas playoff win. With both brothers now in Columbia, South Carolina strengthens its defensive line for the upcoming season.

Hollywood Smothers, a talented running back, shifts his commitment from Alabama to Texas, marking the Longhorns second major transfer win. Smothers, who previously played at Oklahoma and NC State, had a strong season at NC State, rushing for 939 yards and six touchdowns. He joins Texas, who also secured Auburn wide receiver Cam Coleman, as they gear up for a strong season in the SEC.

Alabama transfer defender Kelby Collins and his younger brother Drew, a former Arkansas State recruit, have committed to join forces at South Carolina in 2026. This move strengthens the Gamecocks defense, which already boasts 15 players from the transfer portal, including 4 on defense. The Collins brothers arrival comes after Kelbys stint at Florida and Alabama, and Drews redshirt year at Arkansas State. Their addition promises a significant defensive boost for South Carolina next season.

South Carolinas defense gets a significant boost with the addition of Kelby Collins and Tomiwa Durojaiye from the transfer portal. Collins, a former Alabama standout, brings 41 career tackles and high school accolades to the Gamecocks. Durojaiye, with experience at Kentucky, West Virginia, and Illinois, adds versatility and honorable mention All-Big Ten honors to the defensive line.

Alabamas standout linebacker, Deontae Lawson, has declared for the NFL draft, leaving a significant void in the Crimson Tides defense. Known for his impressive performance in the 2025 season, Lawson is expected to be one of the first linebackers selected in the upcoming draft. His elite play and potential have scouts buzzing, as he prepares to embark on his NFL journey.

Alabamas rushing attack takes a blow as top transfer running back Hollywood Smothers commits to Texas, leaving the Crimson Tides backfield in need of reinforcements. Despite having returners and new recruits, Alabama aims to strengthen their ground game with an additional running back signing.