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Ben Davis to Alabama: Crimson Tide Land 5-Star LB Prospect

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Ben Davis, a 5-star inside linebacker from Gordo High School in Gordo, Alabama, announced Wednesday that he's committed to playing college football for the University of Alabama.

Davis announced his decision live on ESPN, putting on a houndstooth hat.

Ben Davis #24 in #ESPN300 (#1 ILB) commits to Alabama.
Alabama Class 3A Lineman of the Year. #SigningDay pic.twitter.com/DNSYQDI7xB— ESPN CollegeFootball (@ESPNCFB) February 3, 2016

"I had to go with my heart," Davis said, per Greg Ostendorf of ESPN.