Of the big Alabama signing day storylines, the situation in Fort Lauderdale's American Heritage High School was perhaps the one drawing the most interest.
The nation's top two cornerbacks were making their signing intentions known live on national television. Alabama's biggest need: elite defensive backs with almost the entire starting secondary departing from last season.
The verdict: Split decision.
Patrick Surtain Jr., the No. 1 cornerback and No. 6 overall recruit, picked Alabama in a big Wednesday morning score for the Crimson Tide.
LSU was considered the favorite for most of the recruiting process. Miami and Clemson were also finalists.