It’s like a little Christmas miracle for Bama fans. But then, out of nowhere, they got this awesome surprise that should really help boost their spirits heading into the game against Michigan.
Get this, a highly sought-after cornerback, Zyan Gibson, just committed to Alabama. He turned down some heavy hitters like Auburn, Tennessee, and Miami to join the Tide. I think it’s safe to say Alabama is making a statement here: they’re not going anywhere, despite all the chatter about their struggles this season.
𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: 2026 4 ⭐️ CB Zyan Gibson has COMMITTED to #Alabama! He chose the Crimson Tide over Auburn, Tennessee, and Miami.
The 6’1 174 CB has visited Tuscaloosa FIVE times this year, most recently for the Tide’s 28-14 victory over Auburn in the Iron Bowl
Gibson is… pic.twitter.com/VCXRklE0PT
— Recruits Bama (@RecruitsBama) December 24, 2024
But Kalen DeBoer and the crew are showing everyone that they’re still a force to be reckoned with. This commitment could be just the spark they need to flip the script, and honestly, it feels like Bama’s about to have a serious comeback.
Zyan Gibson commitment is such a big deal for Kalen DeBoer and his coaching staff. They’ve really been trying to catch up in the recruiting game lately, especially with Auburn’s Hugh Freeze absolutely killing it—he’s locked down eight of the top ten players in Alabama for next year. Ouch! And to top it off, DeBoer lost a key recruit, a top 2026 defensive lineman named Vodney Cleveland. But now, with Gibson on board, it feels like things are finally shifting in Bama’s favor.
And let me tell you, Gibson isn’t just some random recruit—he’s a big-time player. Ranked 72nd nationally and the 7th best cornerback in the country, That’s no joke! He’s already visited Tuscaloosa five times this year, including for that Iron Bowl win against Auburn. Securing him is a massive win for the Tide, especially after all the struggles they’ve faced recently. With talent like Gibson, their defense is about to get really intimidating again. It’s a testament to how Bama can bounce back when they really need to.
But wait, there’s more, DeBoer isn’t just sitting on his hands. He also snagged wide receiver Isaiah Horton, who’s a real game-changer. This guy is 6’4” tall and comes from Miami—he’s not just bringing size but also a ton of experience after catching passes from Heisman contender Cam Ward. Adding him to the mix is going to make a difference for the Tide.
Now, here’s where it gets a bit tricky, hese additions help ease some of the worries after losing running back Justice Hayes to the transfer portal, and they also lost talented four-star recruit Miles McVay to North Carolina. With all these transfers swirling around, the pressure is definitely building on the team.
And I’ve been wondering, how’s recruiting going to change now that NIL (name, image, likeness) deals are a part of the game? It’s a totally different ballgame compared