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Osani Gayles picks Alabama

Four-star receiver Osani Gayles of Bradenton-IMG Academy has committed to Alabama. The 5-11, 185-pound Gayles is the second prospect, joining Hillcrest edge/LB Jeremiah Beverly, from TI's "Sparkler Special" update earlier this week to pick Alabama.

Alabama's 1995 class was small but packed a big punch

Alabama's 1995 football recruiting class consisted of just 14 recruits. Despite the small size due to looming NCAA sanctions, the group is celebrated for anchoring a 1999 SEC Championship run and producing several Alabama legends and NFL Draft picks, including three first-rounders.

Hillcrest star staying close to home

Tuscaloosa-Hillcrest standout edge/linebacker Jeremiah Beverly has annoounced his commitment to Alabama over several schools, including Wake Forest, Jacksonville State, and others. Beverly announced his decision on Friday morning live on The Gary Harris Show on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.

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

The Sparkler Special?

Last year, TI broke our annual July 4th tradition by releasing The Firecracker Five a week early. This year, we might be forced to break tradition again. Given that there might not be five names to put on the list, it was suggested we call it "The Sparkler Special" -- or something other than The Firecracker Five.

Tider Insider TV for June 23

Arab three-star OL announces for Alabama

Arab OL Stafford Willis has committed to Alabama. The 6-5, 290-pound Willis ranks among the top OL prospects in the state's 2027 class.

Three-star Georgia edge commits to Alabama

As expected, Alabama has landed a commitment from Norcross, GA three-star edge Tyler Younger. The 6-4+, 220-pound Younger burst on the scene with a standout performance at an Alabama camp late last month.

Early "schedule luck" might benefit Bama

Coach Bryant used to say that a major key to a successful season was "schedule luck." And Bama's schedule this season might prove that's still true in 2026.

TI recruiting update, Jaylen Waddle & more on The Gary Harris Show

Rodney joined host Gary Harris on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.

Tide lands 2027 three-star CB

Alabama has landed a commitment from three-star Fairburn, GA corner Darrius White. The 6-3, 185-pounder has long been considered a big Tide lean.

2028 corner flips to Bama

Knoxville-Catholic 2028 cornerback Braylen Gibbs has flipped his commitment from Vandy to Alabama.

Weekend visitors list

Here's a list of the official visitors expected to be in Tuscaloosa this weekend.

TI Thursday on Three Man Front

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