Alabama Takes Lead in Recruitment of 4-Star OT Sam Utu Following Impressive Official Visit
The Alabama Crimson Tide have surged ahead in the recruitment of 4-star offensive tackle Sam Utu from Orange, California, following a standout official visit this past weekend. Previously, Washington held the lead in On3’s Recruiting Prediction Machine (RPM), but Alabama has now taken a commanding lead with an 86.6% chance of landing Utu .
Utu’s visit to Tuscaloosa left a lasting impression, with the coaching staff and facilities exceeding his expectations. The experience, coupled with Alabama’s strong football program, has positioned the Crimson Tide as the frontrunner in his recruitment.
This development is part of Alabama’s broader efforts to bolster its offensive line for the 2026 class. The Crimson Tide are also finalists for 4-star offensive tackle Malakai Lee from Hawaii, who recently visited Alabama and is currently considering offers from Texas and Michigan .
As the recruitment process progresses, Alabama’s momentum in securing top-tier offensive line talent continues to build, signaling a strong future for the program’s offensive front.
