For the fifth time since it opened, Alabama football has lost a linebacker, this time Justin Okoronkwo, to the transfer portal.

South Carolina announced his signing shortly after his commitment announcement. A native of Munich, Germany, Okoronkwo signed with Alabama as a three-star prospect in December 2023. Despite Nick Saban retiring and Kalen DeBoer coming in, Okoronkwo played ...

When Kalen DeBoer was introduced as Alabama football’s head coach one year ago, he did not make specific proclamations about his first season.

Former Alabama linebacker Justin Okoronkwo is sticking in the SEC and transferring to South Carolina after 1 season with the Tide.

The German native committed to the Crimson Tide in July 2023, bypassing offers from South Carolina, Michigan, Penn State and Nebraska, among others. Okoronkwo played his lone season in Tuscaloosa under new Crimson Tide coach Kalen DeBoer, compiling 14 ...

In Kalen DeBoer’s first season at Alabama, he brought in 14 transfers. Most of which were starters or key contributors for the Crimson Tide in 2024. Since the conclusion of the 2024 season, DeBoer and the Crimson Tide have landed seven transfers.

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer learned of the shocking decision from a key contributor to former quarterback Jalen Milroe's success.

Russell is a player to watch in the QB battle. The incoming freshman was the second-best player in the last recruiting cycle and promises to be Alabama’s QB of the future. Time will tell if DeBoer gives Russell an opportunity in his first season.

Alabama starts the 2025 season on Saturday, Aug. 30, at Florida State. The Tide also host Wisconsin during nonconference play before getting their SEC season underway. It’ll be important for DeBoer to get off to a hot start in those games to keep the heat off of him.

The Kentucky Wildcats had one of the worst seasons of the Mark Stoops era in 2024, finishing with a record of 4-8 overall, as well as 1-7 in SEC play, both of which were the lowest win totals since Stoops’ first season in 2013. Kentucky will likely have some pressure to win in 2025, which will be season No. 13 for Stoops in Lexington.

Gunner Rivers will be one of the most coveted recruits in the country over the next couple of years. NC State is already involved in his recruitment and, according to recent reporting from al.com’s Ben Thomas,

Jason Jones, a former Alabama defensive back, has joined Kalen DeBoer's coaching staff after spending the past 2 seasons at North Carolina.