A preseason No. 1 pick by many on the field, Alabama also now heads into the fall once again in contention for the top-ranked recruiting class. Shortly after breaking into the top 10, the Crimson Tide leap into the No. 2 spot thanks to multiple ESPN 300 prospects.
Already holding a commitment from No. 2-ranked RB Justice Haynes, they also added the nation's top back in Richard Young, an explosive and slashing runner with good balance and a competitive demeanor. Another potential impact pickup came with the commitment of No. 1-ranked safety Caleb Downs, an aggressive, hard-hitting presence in the secondary.