Jumbo Package: Alabama lands 2026 Linebacker Commitment over Tennessee
It’s always great to steal one from the Vols’ backyard
July 30, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Defensive coordinator Kane Wommack watches linebackers run drill sduring the first practice session of the preseason for the Alabama Crimson Tide. | Gary Cosby Jr. / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The main news yesterday was that Alabama picked up a commitment from 2026 linebacker Kenneth Simon II.
Simon built strong connections with the defensive staff, especially linebackers coach Chuck Morrell and Kane Wommack ’s group, and saw a clear path for development. “He promised he’d put everything into making me the best version of myself,” Simon said. “Coach Morrell is a great coach.
He knows a lot about linebackers and the development of guys at myself. He is ready to work with me and make me the best I can be, and that means a lot. ” Head coach Kalen DeBoer also made a strong impression.
“He’s a winner… and he hates losing. When you’ve got coaches and players that hate losing, things are going to go right. I like what he is about and how much he cares for his players and the program.
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