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Sammarco commits; Dalton next?

On Monday TI reported that sources had informed us that Alabama was moving in on former West Virgina tight end Jack Sammarco. This afternoon Sammarco publicly released his decision to transfer to Alabama.

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Addressing post-spring questions

Some are asking about areas of progress and question marks heading to August camp. Here are a few thoughts.

Tide positioned for two portal tight ends?

Another portal transfer to watch very closely for Alabama is West Virginis West Virginia freshman Jack Sammarco.

Portal tight set to visit

Minutes after former Troy tight end Brody Dalton entered the transfer portal on Thursday afternoon, TI reported that he might be one to watch for Alabama. Reports today are that the 6-5, 260-pound Fyffe native has now scheduled a visit to Tuscaloosa for next Tuesday.

TI Thursday on Three Man Front

Rodney joined hosts Pat Smith and Conrad Van Order on Three Man Front on WJOX in Birmingham.

TI on Longshore & McKnight Show

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

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DeBoer sums up progress made this spring

Coach DeBoer spoke to the media today. Here are some of his comments.

Philon headed to NBA

One of the big questions surrounding Alabama basketball has been whether freshman standout guard Labaron Philon would return to Alabama or declare for the NBA Draft. The decision has been made: Philon is headed to the NBA.

Wommack likes defensive continuity, talent

Defensive coordinator Kane Wommack spoke to the media today. Here are some of his comments.

Ryan Grubb says quarterbacks trending in the right direction

Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb spoke with the media today. Here are some of his comments.

TI Monday on The Gary Harris Show

Rodney joined host Gary Harris on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.

A-Day thoughts on Austin Mack

Most of the spring QB buzz has centered on Ty Simpson and heralded true freshman Keelon Russell. But don't sleep on Austin Mack. The kid has impressive potential.

Tide lands commitment from in-state DL

Muscle Shoals three-star defensive lineman Kamhariyan Johnson committed to Alabama at A-Day on Saturday. Johnson ranks as one of the fast-rising prospects in the state of Alabama. The 6-3, 262-pound Johnson is the fifth prospect to commit to the Tide, joining four-star offensive lineman Chris Booker, four-star edge Jamarion Matthews, four-star corner Zyan Gibson and five-star corner Jorden Edmonds.

A few quick post A-Day thoughts

First, let's be clear that today in no way resembled past A-Days. It was not a game of any sort. There was no scrimmage work. There was no tackling (it was a "thud" practice). If anything, it more closely resembled a less intense August Fan Day practice under Nick Saban.

Scrimmage photos

Courtesy UA Media Relations

Here are scenes from the last scrimmage before A-Day.

Bernard and Brailsford post-practice comments

Wide receiver Germie Bernard and center Parker Brailsford spoke after Thursday's practice.

Tim Keenan and Jah-Marien Latham post-practice comments

Defensive lineman Tim Keenan and linebacker Jah-Marien Latham spoke after practice on Thursday.

A good group of visitors expected for A-Day weekend

Traditionally, A-Day has been one of the key recruiting weekends for Alabama. During his tenure, former coach Nick Saban landed many top commitments on A-Day -- remember Ha Ha Clinton-Dix on A-Day 2010? Over the course of this spring, Kalen DeBoer and staff have hosted many top prospects in the 2026 class. Several will be in town this weekend for A-Day. Here's a quick rundown of some of the expected visitors.

TI Thursday on Three Man Front

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

TI on Longshore & McKnight Show

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

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Day 12: Tuesday practice video

Here's video from day 12 of spring practice. Courtesy UA.

Practice 12: On The Hoof Report

The media was allowed its second viewing period of the spring this morning. The period lasted around 20 minutes. It's great to get a glimpse of the team on the hoof, but it's difficult to draw conclusions from position drills.

Fool: What Alabama basketball needs to win it all

Resident basketball guru Tom Foolery shares his opinion on what Alabama needs to do to win a national championship in the future.

Bama heads into final week of spring drills

On Tuesday morning the Tide will go through practice number 12 of spring. Drills will wrap up with practices on Thursday and Friday and then A-Day on Saturday. Here's a rundown headed into the final three practices.

TI Monday on The Gary Harris Show

Rodney joined host Gary Harris on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.

Bethea commits to Bama basketball

Nate Oats and the Crimson Tide basketball staff received their third piece of good news in the last week with the addition of former University of Miami guard Jalil Bethea.

Scrimmage 2 Notes: Simpson with another good day

Alabama wrapped up its second scrimmage of the spring on Friday afternoon. While the scrimmage was closed to the media, here are few details TI picked up from various sources.

Scrimmage 2: Kalen DeBoer's comments

Coach DeBoer spoke to the media following today's second scrimmage of the spring. Here are some of his comments.

Rob Vaughn on The Gary Harris Show

Bama lands another basketball transfer

Nate Oats continues to work the portal effectively in building the Tide's roster for next season. After landing a recent commitment from former Bucknell 7-footer Noah Williamson, Oats has dipped into the portal again to land a commitment from 6-10, 205-pound forward Taylor Bol Bowen from FSU. Bowen averaged just over 8 ppg and 5 rebounds a game this past season.

TI Thursday on Three Man Front

Rodney joined hosts Pat Smith and Conrad VanOrder on Three Man Front on WJOX in Birmingham.