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Recap of Bama's big Monday portal haul

The Crimson has had a big day in the transfer portal landing commitments from top prospects at positions (WR, OL, PLK) of need. Here's a quick recap of today's additions.

The rundown on Ty Haywood

While Ty Haywood did not figure in at Michigan, the former Denton, TX five-star is a welcomed addition in Tuscaloosa where he will join fellow 2024 Michigan OL signee Kaden Strayhorn. Whether or not Haywood can make an instant impact next season remains to be seen, but he certainly adds depth and future promise up front.

Alabama reels in former Ohio State and NC State four-star WR

Former four-star wide receiver Noah Rogers, from Raleigh, NC, has announced his transfer to Alabama. Rogers originally signed with Ohio State in 2023 before transferring to NC State for the 2024-2025 seasons. In his two seasons at NC State, the 6-2, 200-pound Rogers hauled in 68 passes for 900+ yards and three TDs.

Haywood took the long way to Tuscaloosa

Former Denton, TX five-star offensive tackle took the long way home. The 6-5, 316-pound Haywood originally committed to Alabama back in July 2024 before flipping on signing day last February to Michigan. After a season in Ann Arbor, Haywood is now on his way to Tuscaloosa again. Haywood joins former Michigan teammate and fellow 2025 Wolverine interior offensive line signee Kaden Strayhorn in transferring to Alabama.

Bama adds placekicker from portal

The Tide has added placekicker Lorcan Quinn from the transfer portal. One the top kickers from the 2025 class, Quinn spent the past season at Marshall. See his stats below.

TI Monday on The Gary Harris Show

Rodney joined host Gary Harris on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.

Tide picks up former Mississippi State interior DL

Alabama has picked up some needed help for the interior of its defensive line with the commitment of Kedrick Bingley-Jones, a 6-4, 320-pounder formerly at Mississippi State. Bingley-Jones joins Devan Thompkins, formerly of USC, as defensive linemen committed to Alabama's portal class.

Bama working to finish the portal period with linemen and receivers

Heading into the final five days of the transfer portal period, nothing has changed for Alabama. The Tide still needs to shore up both sides of the line of scrimmage.

Alabama falls to Texas, 92-88

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. โ€“ The No. 13/12 Alabama men's basketball team erased a 13-point deficit in the second half, but was unable to capitalize in the final minutes, falling 92-88 to the Texas Longhorns inside Coleman Coliseum on Saturday night.

Tide adds Mercer defensive back from the portal

Former Mercer safety Carmelo O'Neal, a 6-4, 200-pounder, has announced his transfer to Alabama. The Atlanta native, a rising junior, has the versatility to play multiple spots in the secondary.

Horton hitting the portal

Alabama wide receiver Isaiah Horton has announced that he's entering the transfer portal. Horton's departure is another blow to a wide receiver room that had already lost four players to the portal and another one (Germie Bernard) to the NFL draft. As it stands now, the Tide will welcome back receivers Ryan Williams, Lotzier Brooks, Rico Scott and Derek Meadows. Highly-touted true freshman Cederian Morgan, an early enrollee, is also part of the group. The Tide remains in the mix with receivers in the portal, including former Auburn star Cam Coleman (Alabama, Texas, A&M, and Texas Tech).

The bottom line for Bama's portal class

When it comes to Alabama's portal additions so far, there are no complaints. There doesn't appear to be a reach in the bunch -- which is progress over last year's portal haul.

TI Thursday on Three Man Front

Rodney joined hosts Pat Smith and Landrum Roberts on Three Man Front on WJOX in Birmingham.

Rodney on Longshore and McKnight discusses the latest on Alabama football

Rodney joined John Longshore and Barry McKnight on their show on Thursday morning.

Alabama falls to Vanderbilt in first SEC road contest

NASHVILLE, Tenn. โ€“ The No. 13/12 Alabama men's basketball team erased a 13-point deficit in the first half, but was unable to capitalize in the whistle-heavy second half as the Tide fell 96-90 to the unbeaten No. 11/10 Vanderbilt Commodores inside Memorial Gymnasium on Wednesday night.

Tide lands former USC DL

Alabama has landed another impressive player from the transfer portal. Former USC defensive lineman Devan Thompkins has announced his transfer to Alabama. The 6-5, 290-pound Thompkins has size and an incredibly quick first step. Thompkins had 31 tackles, three sacks and 16 QB pressures this past season. Thompkins has spent the past three seasons at USC. He is ranked as one of the top three defensive linemen in the portal.

Derrick officially named to Tide staff

Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer officially announced the addition of Derrick Nix to his coaching staff on Wednesday morning. Nix will serve as the Tideโ€™s wide receivers coach.

Ty Simpson heading to NFL

According to Pete Thamel, Alabama redshirt junior quarterback Ty Simpson has decided to forego his final year of college eligibility to enter the NFL draft. Most mock drafts list Simpson as a first round pick.

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Bama lands a big one from Michigan

Alabama filled one spot on the offensive line with the addition of former Michigan 2025 signee Kaden Strayhorn. The 6-2, 310-pound Strayhorn is one of the top interior offensive line prospects in the portal. This is an outstanding and a much-needed pickup for the Tide offensive line.

Virginia Tech LB picks Bama

Former Virginia Tech linebacker Caleb Woodson (6-3, 230) has announced his transfer to Alabama. This past season Woodson made 57 tackles (26 solo/ 31 assists). In 2024 Woodson had 72 tackles (26 solos/46 assists).

Top ACC rusher picks Alabama

Former NC State running back Hollywood Smothers has announced his commitment to transfer to Alabama. The 5-11, 195-pound Smothers rushed for 939 yards and six touchdowns for the Wolpack this last season. He ranked among the top rushers in the ACC.

TI Monday morning segment on The Gary Harris Show

Rodney joined host Gary Harris on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.

Portal names, notes and highlights

Here are some names, notes and highlights of some portal prospects who have/plan to visit Alabama. Note that visit plans change.

Alabama opens conference play with win over Kentucky

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. โ€“ The No. 14/15 Alabama men's basketball team picked up its first win of the new year with an 89-74 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats in the Southeastern Conference opener for both teams inside Coleman Coliseum.

Above all else, DeBoer must find consistency in performance

At the TI Kickoff Luncheon back in August, I predicted Alabama would go 10-2 in the regular season and earn a playoff berth. So, looking at Alabama's 11-4 record (10-2 in the regular season) the bottom line result was what I expected -- it just didn't happen, as JessN pointed out in his post earlier today, quite as I (and many others) expected. I didn't expect Alabama to beat Georgia in Athens while losing other games by two, three, and five touchdowns

DeBoer, players discuss blowout loss to Indiana

Coach DeBoer and Tide players spoke to the media following today's 38-3 loss to Indoana in the Rose Bowl.

Indiana box score on RollTide.com

Inside The Five: The Rose Bowl

Exactly 100 years ago, Wallace Wade took the 1925 team to Alabama's first Rose Bowl where the Crimson Tide shocked the world with a stunning comeback win over heavily-favored Washington to claim Bama's first national championship. While an Alabama win tomorrow won't shock anyone, a victory over favored and number one Indiana would move the Tide a step closer to the program's 19th national title.