Upon switching his commitment from SMU to Alabama, Keelon Russell made multiple remarks about his intention to lead the 2025 class in recruiting and gaining players. The Crimson Tide has added seven pledges since his historic decision precisely two weeks ago, and their class is currently rated third. Offensive linemen have made three of those commitments. Last Monday, Chris Kapilovic received his first commitment from four-star Michael Carroll. A day later, in-state, legendary Mal Waldrep did the same. Official visits were made by both the previous weekend. The most recent addition is, quite literally, enormous. The 6-foot-7, 290-pound Jackson Lloyd, a four-star offensive tackle, made his decision public on Tuesday afternoon.
Russell briefly discussed the newest students in the class.
athlete who averaged almost a double-double on his basketball team at Carmel (Calif.) High School, also smacks bombs in the spring league of baseball. Lloyd is an all-region player. Not long after making an official visit to Tuscaloosa, the four-star offensive tackle is also the most recent recruit to pledge to Alabama. Lloyd spent the weekend on campus and made up his mind about 48 hours later on Tuesday afternoon.
He gave an explanation of the choice, saying, “What stood out most at Alabama was their winning culture and doing everything to be the best.” “The amenities were amazing; it seemed like everything had been considered. It is evident that Alabama spends a great deal of passion and funding into their football program.” During a chat with Brandon Huffman of 247Sports, who offered up a fascinating player comparison that many Alabama fans are likely aware with, Bama247 discovered more about the great athlete.