According to On3’s RPM, Anthony Jones (EDGE), Cederian Morgan (WR), and Ezavier “EJ” Crowell (RB) are all currently five-stars and among the nation’s best at their positions. RPM shows Alabama leading for each recruit, often by wide margins, particularly against their key rival Auburn .
- Anthony Jones, a top EDGE rusher, is No. 19 nationally.
- Cederian Morgan, the No. 2 wide receiver, has Alabama favored at about 94.3 percent to land him .
- EJ Crowell, a dynamic RB reclassifying from 2027 to ’26, is No. 32 overall.
Recruiting Visits & Momentum
This month has been especially pivotal. Alabama hosted several official visitors, including at least one additional five-star recruit during a final official-visit weekend . The timing aligns perfectly with On3’s reported trending—top targets are seeing campus, coaching staff, and facilities firsthand, which correlates with rising RPM confidence.
The RPM isn’t just a numbers game—it synthesizes offer lists, official visit signals, social buzz, and historical recruitment patterns. The combination of in-person engagement and favorable RPM positioning underscores Alabama’s current recruiting momentum.
Beyond the Top Three
While the spotlight is on those three five-stars, Alabama’s class features more elite talent:
- Jorden Edmonds, a five-star CB, is already committed and considered a cornerstone of the class .
- The Tide also holds four-star prospects like CB Zyan Gibson and OL Samuelu Utu, rounding out strong depth in secondary and offensive line .
Even more recruits—RB Ezavier Crowell, WR Cederian Morgan, EDGE Anthony Jones—remain on board, with commitment dates set for late June through early July .
Strategic Insights
- Home‑state advantage: Both Crowell (Jackson, AL) and Morgan (Alexander City, AL) are in-state, making Alabama their likely destination—a key asset in RPM modeling .
- DeBoer’s early success: After finishing No. 3 nationally for the ’25 class under Kalen DeBoer, Alabama is capitalizing on that momentum. RPM trends reflect confidence that the Tide can stack another elite class .
- Official‑visit timing matters: Hosting multiple five-stars in the lead-up to recruiting dead periods helps build relationships and signals intent. RPM algorithms often spike when recruits are on campus .
What Comes Next?
Upcoming timelines:
- June 26: Crowell and TE Mack Sutter will announce.
- June 29: Xavier Griffin, a five-star LB, is expected to choose.
- July 2: Cederian Morgan may announce .
If Alabama secures even two—or potentially all three—of these five-stars, the Tide would reinforce their position as a national recruiting juggernaut.
Final Take
The On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine’s recalibrated outlook confirms what Alabama fans hope: the Crimson Tide are trending toward an elite 2026 class. With multiple five-star prospects showing strong interest and official-visit interactions underway, the momentum is undeniable. If the predicted results align, Alabama could once again contend for the top-ranked recruiting class in the nation.
