Tuscaloosa, AL — June 9, 2025 — With the 2025 season right around the corner, Alabama’s coaching staff isn’t just focused on Saturdays — they’re also deep into recruiting battles that could define the program’s long-term future.
Under head coach Kalen DeBoer, the Crimson Tide have reshaped their recruiting philosophy, blending traditional SEC toughness with a West Coast flair for offense and speed. The 2026 class is already shaping up to be one of the most competitive cycles in recent memory — and Alabama is swinging big.
Here’s a breakdown of some of the top prospects on Bama’s 2026 recruiting board, and where things currently stand in the race for their signatures:
⭐️ 1. Dorian Shields (QB) – 5⭐️ – Fort Lauderdale, FL
Status: Leaning Alabama
Top Competition: Florida State, Georgia
One of the hottest quarterback prospects in the nation, Shields has everything you want: elite arm strength, poise in the pocket, and surprising mobility. He’s drawn comparisons to former Bama QB Bryce Young — and not just because of his size and calm demeanor under pressure.
Alabama has prioritized Shields as their No. 1 QB target and hosted him for an unofficial visit in April, where he reportedly “connected deeply” with OC Nick Sheridan. A summer commitment isn’t out of the question — and Bama is considered the slight favorite right now.
💥 2. Tyrone “TJ” Harris (EDGE) – 5⭐️ – Houston, TX
Status: Warm on Alabama
Top Competition: Texas, LSU, Oklahoma
An absolute freak athlete, Harris has been clocked at a 4.52 40-yard dash at 6’4”, 240 lbs. He’s a game-wrecker off the edge and a plug-and-play starter for any elite defense. Bama’s new defensive staff has made Harris a top target, pitching the idea of being the next great pass rusher in Tuscaloosa.
Texas currently has momentum, but Alabama is in the top 3. The fall visits will be critical.
🚀 3. Keyshawn Wallace (WR) – 4⭐️ – Buford, GA
Status: Trending Up for Alabama
Top Competition: Georgia, Ohio State
Wallace is a blazing-fast slot receiver who fits perfectly in Alabama’s evolving offensive system. After a strong junior season and an electric 7-on-7 circuit, Wallace is rising up national boards — and Bama has taken notice.
He’s expected to visit for the Ole Miss game this fall, and there’s a growing belief that Bama could overtake Georgia if the offense starts hot in 2025.
💪 4. Isaiah Boone (OT) – 4⭐️ – Prattville, AL
Status: Strong Alabama Lean
Top Competition: Auburn, Florida
The top in-state lineman in the 2026 class, Boone is massive (6’6”, 315 lbs) and already plays with advanced technique. Alabama has been on him early, and Boone has responded with multiple visits to Tuscaloosa since January.
Barring a surprise surge from Auburn, expect Boone to be one of Bama’s earliest commitments in this cycle.
🔒 5. Camryn Dotson (CB) – 5⭐️ – Long Beach, CA
Status: Battling from behind
Top Competition: USC, Oregon, Michigan
Dotson is an elite cover corner with size (6’1”), length, and a nasty streak. He’s already a star on the West Coast — but Alabama is trying to lure him East with a pitch centered around NFL development and the SEC platform.
He hasn’t visited Tuscaloosa yet, but Bama is pushing hard to get him on campus in July. The odds are long right now, but if they get him to visit, anything’s possible.
🧨 6. DeMarion Fox (RB) – 4⭐️ – Baton Rouge, LA
Status: Quietly warming on Alabama
Top Competition: LSU, Florida State
Fox is one of those Louisiana backs who plays angry — downhill, explosive, and dangerous in open space. He’s been assumed to be LSU’s to lose, but Alabama is working behind the scenes, and sources say the relationship with RB coach Robert Gillespie is growing strong.
He’ll likely announce in early 2026, and Alabama is very much in the mix.
🔄 7. Jordan Mays (ATH) – 4⭐️ – Tampa, FL
Status: Wide Open
Top Competition: Miami, Penn State, Alabama
Mays is one of the more versatile athletes in the class — some see him as a WR, others as a DB. Alabama likes him at safety, where his instincts and physicality could shine. He’s expected to cut his list down to five this summer, and Bama is expected to make the cut.
If he visits this fall, Alabama could position themselves as a top contender.
🔍 What’s Next for Alabama in the 2026 Cycle?
Alabama is already ahead of pace compared to last cycle, thanks to a more aggressive push from DeBoer’s staff and stronger NIL alignment through Yea Alabama. Expect summer visits, camp performances, and fall game weekends to separate serious targets from long shots.
With a mix of elite prospects, in-state priorities, and national names, Alabama’s 2026 board is loaded — but staying on top means sealing the deal with at least five or more of these names.
🐘 Final Thoughts: Building the Next Dynasty Core
Alabama may have transitioned away from the Saban era, but one thing hasn’t changed: recruiting is everything.
With these names leading the board, DeBoer’s next class could be the one that cements his legacy and sets Alabama up for national title contention well into the late 2020s.
Stay locked in for more updates, visit previews, and commitment breakdowns as the 2026 cycle heats up in Tuscaloosa.
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