Fresh talent arrives
The Crimson Tide's rushing attack struggled throughout the 2025 season, managing just 3.2 yards per carry and 104.1 yards per game, figures that placed the unit near the bottom of the SEC.
Enter EJ Crowell, a consensus five‑star recruit who arrived on campus with a reputation for power, explosiveness and versatility. Ranked the top running‑back prospect in the 2026 class and No. 18 overall by 247Sports, Crowell is expected to inject immediate firepower into Alabama’s ground game.
Also joining the roster is Cederian Morgan, a four‑star receiver celebrated for his size, ball‑skills and precise route‑running. He sits at No. 5 among receiver prospects in the same recruiting cycle, giving the Tide a dynamic play‑maker in the passing attack.
Coach Kalen DeBoer has voiced confidence that both newcomers will see the field early, noting that their skill sets complement each other and the existing personnel. The coaching staff believes the duo can help the offense move beyond the inefficiencies that plagued the previous year.
The excitement extends beyond the locker room; analysts at CBS Sports and 247Sports have highlighted the recruits as key pieces of Alabama’s strategy to reclaim its traditional dominance. Fans are already drawing comparisons to past eras when the program boasted elite rushing attacks.