Alabama football adds 2027 3-star defensive line commit: What to know
Another edge rusher has joined Alabama football's 2027 recruiting class.
Another edge rusher has joined Alabama football's 2027 recruiting class . Stevan Thornton III, a 2027 three-star defensive end out of Cairo, Georgia, announced his commitment to Alabama on Tuesday, April 21, choosing the Crimson Tide with offers from programs such as Georgia and Arkansas. 1000% COMMITTED ❤️🐘 All glory to God for guiding me through prayer, hard work, and the support of my family.
This journey didn’t come easy, but I’m proud to announce I’m officially 1000% committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide‼️ @AlabamaFTBL @crob45 @Cairo_Football @Coach_WRC pic. twitter. com/a7zy8lqzu1 — Stevan Thornton III (@Top5trxy) April 22, 2026 "1,000% COMMITTED," Thornton wrote in a social media post.
"All glory to God for guiding me through prayer, hard work, and the support of my family. This journey didn't come easy, but I'm proud to announce I'm officially 1,000% committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide . " Thornton is Alabama 's first commitment since the Crimson Tide landed three-star defensive lineman Avrian Pauley Jr.
on April 11. What Stevan Thornton III brings to Alabama football 2027 recruiting class Like Pauley, Thornton is not the highest rated defensive prospect in the 2027 class. Per 247Sports' composite rankings, he is the No.