Former five-star freshmen Xavier Griffin and Jireh Edwards are working toward finding early playing time in 2026, with defensive coordinator Kane Wommack praising them after Tuesday's practice.
In an interview with Christian Miller on The Miller's Edge on Tide 100.9, Alabama linebacker Yhonzae Pierre heaped praise on Alabama freshman linebacker Xavier Griffin.
Five-star linebacker Xavier Griffin made his commitment to the Crimson Tide official on Wednesday, putting pen to paper and signing with the Crimson Tide.
The top linebacker in the country is available following his recent decommitment from USC, and Alabama is in the thick of things for the Georgia native.