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Tide lands the X-Man

The Tide has landed it's third five-star prospect of the 2026 class. Linebacker Xavier Griffin of Gainesville, GA announced today his commitment to Alabama over Texas, Ohio State and FSU.

Alabama recruiting: "You ain't seen nothing yet!"

Alabama's summer run of commitments started slowly. A pair of four-stars -- quarterback Jett Thomalla and offensive lineman Sam Utu -- got the Tide rolling. Things picked up over the past week with key commitments from vastly underrated defensive lineman JJ Finch, five-star running back Ezavier Crowell, four-star tight end Mack Sutter, and local standout linebacker Zay Hall. But as Bachman-Turner Overdrive would say (and what Alabama General Manager Courtney Morgan seems to be saying)..."You ain't seen nothing yet!"

Bama in position to close out DL class in strong fashion

Alabama has committed a standout quarterback, a five-star running back, a four-star tight end, and within the next week is expected to land three top receivers, a five-star linebacker and a five-star safety. In a previous update, TI noted that we were confident that Bama would fill those spots with top prospects. We said then that this class would come down how well the Tide recruited the trenches, especially the defensive line.

Tide lands a hidden gem from its own backyard

Tuscaloosa-Hillcrest linebacker Zay Hall announced live on WVUA 23 sports with Gary Harris that he has committed to Alabama. The 6-2, 237-pound Hall recently clocked a 4.55 40 at Alabama's camp. He chose the Tide over Virginia Tech.

Bama's recruiting is about to explode

In our Firecracker Five update on Wednesday, we listed nine prospects we favored Alabama to land. Two of those -- five-star running back Ezavier Crowell and four-star tight end Mack Sutter -- announced for the Tide last night. Those two decisions were just a start to what is expected to be an impressive show of fireworks for Bama's class. In fact, we hear the Tide's recruiting is about to explode.

Tide lands its second big target of the day

Alabama has landed it's second big commitment of the evening. First, it was five-star running back Ezavier "EJ" Crowell of Jackson, AL picking the Tide. Then it was Dunlap, IL four-star tight end Mack (6-5, 230) choosing Bama over Ohio State, Ole Miss and Illinois. Sutter is the number one rated prospect in Illinois. More later.

Crowell to Alabama

Firecracker Five running back Ezavier "EJ" Crowell of Jackson, AL has announced his commitment to Alabama. The five-star chose the Tide over Texas, Auburn and Georgia, among others. More later.

TI Thursday on Three Man Front

Rodney joined hosts Pat Smith and Landrum Roberts on Three Man Front on WJOX in Birmingham.

TI on Longshore & McKnight Show

Rodney joined John Longshore and Barry McKnight on their show on Thursday morning.

The Firecracker Five: Early fireworks set to go off for Alabama

I know that The Firecracker Five on July 4th has become a TI tradition. But given that several of Alabama's top 2026 targets are set to announce their decisions over the next week, we've adjusted our schedule accordingly. With that said, here's the Class of 2026 version of TI's famous Firecracker Five.

Tider Insider TV for June 24

Tide picks up top longsnapper

Alabama has landed a commitment from a top longsnapper in the 2026 class. Eli Deutsch of Franklin, WI announced on X his decision for the Tide. The 6-2, 228-pound Deutsch was a standout performer this spring at the Kohl's Midwest Showcase for specialists with an average snap time of .69.

Bama is closing in on Tuscaloosa linebacker

Fans wondering how Zay Hall suddenly appeared on Alabama's radar need to know something -- Alabama didn't just recently discover the Tuscaloosa-Hillcrest standout linebacker. In fact, the Tide staff has been actively recruiting Hall for a long time.

Tide QB commit Jett Thomalla on with Ryan Fowler

Alabama four-star quarterback commit Jett Thomalla joined Ryan Fowler on Monday afternoon on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa. Here is that interview.

Another flip: Safety has everything Bama looks for

Alabama has picked up it's second flip of the day. This morning, it was running back Javari Barnett flipping from Illinois. Now it's three-star safety Rihyael Kelley of Cincinnati-Winton Woods, OH flipping from Rutgers.

Barnett's style fits DeBoer, Grubb running game

Following his visit to Alabama over the weekend, projections began rolling in for Tampa three-star running back Javari Barnett to flip his commitment from Illinois to the Tide. Less than 24 hours later, the 5-11, 205-pound Barnett made that decision.