The Alabama Crimson Tide are poised for a pivotal recruiting weekend from June 6–8, 2025, as head coach Kalen DeBoer and his staff host a distinguished group of prospects in Tuscaloosa. This marks the program’s second major recruiting event of the summer, featuring a blend of committed players and top uncommitted targets.
Headlining Visitors:
Jireh Edwards: A five-star safety from St. Francis Academy in Maryland, ranked No. 2 at his position and No. 20 overall in the 2026 class. Edwards is making his first official visit to Alabama, with other top contenders including Auburn, Oregon, Texas A&M, Georgia, and Florida.
Xavier Griffin: The nation’s No. 1 linebacker and No. 8 overall prospect from Gainesville, Georgia. Griffin, a former USC commit, has Alabama among his top four schools, alongside Ohio State, Texas, and Florida State, with a commitment decision expected on June 29.
Kaiden Prothro: A five-star tight end from Bowdon, Georgia, and MVP of the Rivals Camp Series in Atlanta. Prothro is considering Alabama, Georgia, Auburn, Texas, and Florida, with Alabama intensifying its recruitment following another prospect’s commitment to USC.
Matt Ponatoski: A four-star quarterback from Archbishop Moeller in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ponatoski, a dual-sport athlete and Ohio’s Gatorade Player of the Year in football and baseball, is evaluating Alabama among his top choices, which include Arkansas, Kentucky, and Oregon.
Additional Notable Visitors:
Derrek Cooper: A four-star running back from Chaminade-Madonna Prep in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Jaquez Wilkes: A four-star edge rusher from Wadley, Alabama.
Khamari Brooks: A four-star edge rusher from Bogart, Georgia, with Alabama and Georgia as leading contenders.
Samuelu Utu: A four-star interior offensive lineman from Orange, California, making his second visit to Alabama.
Corey Barber: A three-star wide receiver from Hoover, Alabama.
Kamhariyan Johnson: A three-star edge rusher from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and current Alabama commit.
This weekend’s lineup underscores Alabama’s strategic focus on bolstering its defensive and offensive units with top-tier talent. The presence of multiple five-star prospects and key position players reflects the program’s commitment to maintaining its competitive edge in the Southeastern Conference and nationally. 
