Alabama Arranges A Top College Football Recruit’s Summer Visit
After Nick Saban retired, the Alabama Crimson Tide had to make a significant head coaching change at the end of the 2023 season.
Alabama completed its first season under Kalen DeBoer in 2024, and he went 9-4. DeBoer is trying to build for the future through recruiting.
On3’s Hayes Fawcett reported Wednesday that Alabama was among the teams 2026 edge rusher Khamari Brooks would be taking official visits with. He will be in Tuscaloosa this summer from June 6-8.
Brooks is also planning to visit the Georgia Bulldogs (May 30-June 1), Texas Longhorns (June 13-15), and USC Trojans (June 20-22).
Brooks is a four-star edge rusher in the 2026 class. He is the No. 14 edge rusher per the On3 Industry Rankings. He is listed at 6-foot-3, 230 pounds, and a native of Bogart, Georgia.
The On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine thinks Georgia is the front-runner to land Brooks, giving the Bulldogs a 42.6% chance. Alabama (28.1%) is in second, followed by Texas (12.2%), USC (10.2%) and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (3.,6%).
Alabama’s 2026 class contains three commitments. It features four-star cornerback Zyan Gibson, four-star edge rusher Jamarion Matthews and four-star inside offensive lineman Chris Booker.
The Crimson Tide has prioritized getting to know Brooks throughout the recruiting process, having him visit town on three occasions. This upcoming visit in June will be the fourth time he has been to campus.
He has also visited Georgia, Texas, USC and Georgia Tech.
DeBoer won nine games in year one with the Crimson Tide and lost talent like quarterback Jalen Milroe, tight end CJ Dippre, offensive guard Tyler Booker and linebacker Jihaad Campbell to the 2025 NFL Draft.
Alabama opens the 2025 season against the Florida State Seminoles on Aug. 30.
Alabama has arranged a summer visit for one of the top college football recruits, further solidifying its position as a dominant force in college football recruiting. The highly anticipated visit is expected to attract significant attention as Alabama continues to build its roster for the upcoming seasons. The recruit, whose talent has already garnered attention from multiple powerhouse programs, is set to meet with coaches, staff, and current players, gaining insight into Alabama’s football culture and commitment to success.
This visit is crucial for Alabama as it competes with other top-tier schools for the recruit’s commitment. The Crimson Tide’s football program, known for its prestigious history and consistent excellence, aims to showcase its facilities, training programs, and championship aspirations to secure the recruit’s decision. The summer visit offers the recruit a firsthand experience of life at Alabama, including potential opportunities for personal development, academic excellence, and athletic growth.
As recruiting season intensifies, Alabama’s ability to attract elite talent through such visits plays a pivotal role in maintaining its competitive edge. With several top recruits visiting this summer, Alabama’s coaching staff is hopeful they can continue building a championship-caliber team that upholds the program’s tradition of dominance in college football.