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Utu closing in on decision

Not only is Sam Utu leaning strongly to Alabama, but a source close to the 6-4, 328-pound offensive guard/tackle tells TI that a decision could come "very soon" -- possibly as soon this week.

Second big recruiting weekend coming to a close

As the second big summer weekend of official visits comes to a close early this afternoon, there are a few things I can virtually assure you that all 11 visitors in Tuscaloosa experienced this weekend -- all spent time with players, have great relationships with the coaching staff, took pictures and videos in Alabama uniforms, were blown away with the facilities, sensed the family atmosphere, etc. In short, all had "great" visits and could see themselves playing at Alabama. The big question is: Which ones actually choose Alabama?

Are some "overrating" Alabama?

To be clear, I am not saying that some college football analysts -- the ones suggesting that Bama is preseason top-five caliber -- are overrating this team. I'm simply asking the question: Are some overrating Alabama?

TI Thursday on Three Man Front

Rodney joined hosts Landrum Roberts 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.

Quick snapshot of this weekend's official visitors

Alabama will host another great group of prospects on official visits this weekend. Among the visitors slated to be in Tuscaloosa are the nation's #1 cornerback, the #1 linebacker, a five-star safety, a top offensive line target, and one of the nation's top quarterbacks. Here's a quick rundown.

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Recruiting notes: Tide makes mark on its top DL targets

Immediately following the weekend visits last Sunday, we mentioned in our recruiting notes that the strength of the 2026 class would ultimately be determined by how well Alabama recruits the trenches.

Recruiting wrap on The Gary Harris Show

Rodney joined host Gary Harris on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.

Quick Sunday visit notes

The Tide hosted it's first big recruiting weekend of the summer in Tuscaloosa. TI spoke to a source who spent time around several of the visitors and their families. Here is a quick rundown.

Are Bama's WRs, DBs the "best" in the country?

At this point, I wouldn't say that Alabama is the "best" at any position. I would say the two groups that seem to have the potential to be among the best in the SEC, possibly in the country, are the wide receivers and defensive backs.

TI previews big recruiting weekend on The Gary Harris Show

Rodney joined host Gary Harris on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.

Who are four best Alabama receivers ever?

On his daily radio show, Ryan Fowler is asking his callers to vote on the top Alabama players of all-time, by position. I was a guest today and Ryan asked me the question -- who were the four best receivers?

A look into Bama's basketball roster: Philon's return answers the major question

Drew DeArmond takes an in-depth look at Alabama's basketball roster as it stands today following the return of point guard Labaron Philon.

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.

Labaron Philon is running it back to Bama!

In bit of a surprising piece of news on Thursday night, "Yea Alabama' is reporting that Labaron Philon is withdrawing his name from the NBA Draft and returning to Tuscaloosa for his sophomore season. While earning Freshman All-SEC honors last season, Philon averaged over 10 points, three assists and three rebounds a game for the Tide. "This is a game changer for Alabama," says WVUA 23 Sports Director and TI TV co-host Gary Harris. "Labaron Philon's return stabilizes the point guard position for Nate Oats and immediately makes the Crimson Tide a serious SEC title contender." Join the forum discussion.

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Five QBs I'm interested to watch in 2025

Here's a quick look at five quarterbacks that could make a major difference-- one way or the other -- for their teams this coming season.

Busy summer of official visits starts this coming weekend in Tuscaloosa

Official visits kick off this coming weekend in Tuscaloosa with a full slate of top prospects (a five-star and 13 four-stars) set to be in town.

Bama baseball headed to Hattiesburg

The Alabama baseball team is headed to Hattiesburg for the NCAA baseball regional. The Tide will meet the Canes while host Southern Miss will face Ivy League Tournament champion Columbia. The Alabama-Miami natchup is set for this Friday at 2 PM on ESPN2.

Former NFL QB provides insight on Bama's offense last season and moving forward

Former University of Washington and NFL QB Hugh Millen joined Ryan Fowler on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa on Friday to provide his thoughts and analysis on what went wrong with Bama's offense last season and his expectations moving forward under new OC Ryan Grubb. An interesting listen.

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.

Bama hires NBA assistant to basketball staff

According to Yea Alabama the Crimson Tide has hired Portland Trail Blazers assistant coach Chris Fleming. Fleming has a track record of coaching experience in both the NBA and overseas. Join tje forum discussion.