QUARTERBACK	Height	Weight	Speed	High School/J.C.
A.J. McCarron (Pics)	6-4	189	4.9	St. Pauls Episcopal; Mobile, AL
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 5/03/2008
In 2007: ASWA All-State First Team QB, ASWA Super 12 (All Classes), Orlando-Sentinel All-Southern Team QB (Alabama). 2007 Junior Stats: 145 of 232 attempts for 2,540 yards & 26 TDs with only 3 ints. 2006 Soph. Stats: Passed for over 1,900 yards, 25 TDs and 4 ints. He chose Alabama over Georgia, Miami and Oklahoma. "I feel like after my time at Alabama, we can walk away with two or more national championships. I think we will have huge success and bring Alabama to where it was in the 90s -- back to when you mentioned the University of Alabama, people feared them."
RUNNING BACK	Height	Weight	Speed	High School/J.C.
Trent Richardson (Pics)	5-11	225	4.5	Escambia HS; Pensacola, FL
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 6/02/2008
An extremely hard runner, Richardson fights for every last inch when he has the ball in his hands. He is extremely hard to knock off his feet and breaks tackles well with his balance. He sees the hole and attacks the 2nd level of defenders punishing smaller LBs and DBs. In 2007, he finished his Jr season (7 games) with 1,490 yards & 15 TDs. FSWA All-State 5A 2nd team for his junior season. He sat out his soph year due to an injury. He bench presses 345, squats 485 & power cleans 320. He carries a 2.7 GPA. "I feel really good about Alabama. I enjoyed being in Tuscaloosa for the camp and meeting everybody and getting to know the coaches even better. I felt very comfortable. I like Coach Saban. I know a lot of people are scared of him. They're scared of him as a recruiter, because he can put some great classes together. I really like him. He's a cool guy. I know he's a tough coach who will get on your butt, but I'm used to that. That's the kind of coach I want to play for."
FULLBACK	Height	Weight	Speed	High School/J.C.
Mike Marrow (Pics)	6-01	240	4.7	Central Catholic HS; Toledo, OH
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 6/20/2008
In 2007, he rushed for 810 yards & 10 TDs, while averaging 5.06 yards per carry. He also had 27 tackles, 3 of those coming for loss including a sack as a part-time MLB. He bench presses 370 and squats 550. He selected Alabama over Penn State, Nebraska and Wisconsin, among others. "Coach Saban told me that I'm the big back that they need," Marrow said. "He was really happy about my decision. He said that I fit perfectly in their system and what they need. He said they've been lacking a big, strong back like me."
OFFENSIVE LINEMEN	Height	Weight	Speed	High School/J.C.
Kellen Williams (Pics)	6-4	280	5.1	Brookwood HS; Snellville, GA
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 4/17/2008
Says HS Coach Crews, "He's an excellent offensive lineman. He's got the size and athletic ability the college coaches like. He's strong and he moves well and he's a flexible kid. He's got excellent flexibility in his hips. He's an outstanding player." Williams also had offers from Arkansas, FSU, NC State, Rutgers and Wake Forest, among others. He bench presses 345, squats 415, & power cleans 285. He is expected to qualify.
Darius McKeller (Pics)	6-6	295	5.3	Jonesboro HS; Jonesboro, GA
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 4/23/2008
Darius is son of Keith McKeller who played 12 years for Marv Levy with the Buffalo Bills. He bench presses 250 & squats 350. "My one-on-one time with Coach Pendry really did it for me. I met with him both times when I visited during spring break and we really hit it off well. I think he's one of the best offensive line coaches in the nation. He's been doing for about 30 years. I think he can mold me into a great player."
Chance Warmack (Pics)	6-3	330	5.6	Westlake HS; Atlanta, GA
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 5/23/2008
A big bodied OG prospect, Warmack moves well enough to play RT for his Westlake team as a Jr. He has a lot of natural strength but hasn't yet learned how to get the most out of it with his leverage and technique. Effort doesn't seem to be a problem as his video shows him getting downfield following ball carriers for extra blocks on a regular basis. Needs to improve his lateral quickness to reach his potential. He bench presses 335 & squats 450. He carries a 3.0 GPA. Chose Alabama over Auburn, FSU, UGA, Georgia Tech and LSU. "Alabama recruited me as an offensive guard," Warmack says. "I can play left or right -- wherever they want me to be. I think I can bring a lot of attitude to the line. I try to execute the play and finish people. I'm strict when it comes to technique, and I know the coaches will help me with that and make me better."
Anthony Steen (Pics)	6-4	297	5.1	Lee Academy; Clarksdale, MS
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 7/29/2008
Steen is a very physical blocker who enjoys the rigors of close contact. He shows a great initial burst off the line, but at times he fails to finish his blocks. He shows great effort on both sides of the line of scrimmage and is a sure handed tackler from his DT position. He bench presses 410, squats 535 & power cleans 325. Picked Alabama over FSU, Miami, LSU. He's also drawing strong interest from LSU. "Tradition," Steen's father, Billy Steen, says when asked why his son selected Alabama over FSU, Miami, Mississippi State and USM. "The University of Alabama is like going to heaven and coming back. The allure of being at Alabama is what pulled him in that direction."
DEFENSIVE LINEMEN	Height	Weight	Speed	High School/J.C.
D.J. Fluker (Pics)	6-7	340	5.1	Foley HS; Foley, AL
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 11/06/2007
As a Jr at Biloxi, Fluker had 78 tackles & 7 sacks. Fluker, who is committed to Alabama, has starred primarily on the defensive side of the ball. When he committed to Alabama, Fluker said that the Tide staff told him that their initial plans were to put him on defense. But there has been speculation that Fluker might eventually end up at offensive tackle in college. He chose Alabama over Auburn, Clemson, Florida, Louisville, LSU and Notre Dame, among others. Foley reports a 3.0 GPA. "I think I can bring leadership to the team and help the players out and keep them motivated," he says. "On defense, I can plug the holes, play the run, and get a good pass rush. I work really hard and bust my tail every day. I want to get faster and stronger and keep playing every play as hard as I can."
Quinton Dial (Pics)	6-5	307	5.4	Clay-Chalkville HS; Pinson, AL
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 6/08/2008
As a Jr, Dial made 61 tackles, 7 for loss, 4 sacks & 4 fumble recoveries. Coach says of Dial, "Hardworker, powerful, strong and a playmaker." He picked Alabama over Auburn, Clemson, Florida, FSU, and UCF. "I have always been a big Alabama fan. Alabama is where I have always wanted to play. I've been thinking about it and I've been talking to my coaches about it," Dial says. "I wanted to go ahead and commit so that I could focus on my senior season. It feels good to be committed to Alabama. Coach Saban is building the program from the ground up, and I want to be part of that."
William Ming (Pics)	6-4	250	4.8	Athens HS; Athens, AL
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 7/22/2008
An excellent 2-way athlete with the skill to excel on either side, Ming has uncanny agility for a big man. Has very good feet and moves down the LOS as well as most DEs. Does especially well in space, as is illustrated by his abilities with the ball (TE). Excellent off the edge and demonstrates very good body control. Pad level is solid but he needs to work on initial punch, getting extension and disengaging. In Jr season, Ming had 67 tackles with 17 for a loss along with 5 sacks & a fumble recovery. He was also chosen to the Decatur Daily All-Area Defense First Team 4A-6A DL. He bench presses 305, squats 430 & power cleans 270. He carries a 3.9 GPA & scored a 26 on the ACT. Ming passed up offers from Auburn, Florida, LSU, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Clemson, Florida State, Georgia and Michigan."Coach Saban told me that they need DL like me this year. He said that they got a lot of big DL last year and that they need some fast DL that can provide a pass rush this year. They want me as a DE." As for his goal at Alabama, Ming says, "It's pretty simple. I want to win the national championship. I think we'll accomplish that."
Anthony Orr (Pics)	6-4	260	4.85	Sparkman HS; Harvest, AL
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 7/29/2008
As a junior, Orr had 64 tackles & 7 sacks. Orr bench presses 310 & squats 500. He has scored a 19 on the ACT. "I really felt good about the Alabama coaching staff," Orr says. "I think they have the program going in the right direction. They have it headed to a national championship, and I want to be a part of it. I like Coach Saban. He's a great coach. I also like Coach Cignetti, who recruited me, and the defensive line coach, Coach Bo Davis. When I told them of my decision, they were all very excited."
Darrington Sentimore (Pics)	6-3	265	4.9	Destrehan HS; Destrehan HS
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 10/05/2008
As a junior, had 120 tackles, 31 tackles for loss, 16 sacks & 3 forced fumbles. Sentimore bench presses 375 and squats 575. He carries a 2.9 GPA. "I like Alabama a lot," says Sentimore. "They have a great program. I liked it over there. They have great facilities and a great coaching staff. There is nothing I didn't like about it over there."
LINEBACKERS	Height	Weight	Speed	High School/J.C.
Nico Johnson (Pics)	6-3	230	4.6	Andalusia HS; Andalusia, AL
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 9/03/2008
A very physical player who runs through his tackles, Johnson is also agile enough to change direction while in pursuit. He has soft hands and light feet, but is a heavy hitter who causes turnovers on contact. He is a little high on his run-throughs and this causes him to get chipped quite a bit, but he is strong enough to re-track in pursuit. Johnson has very strong hands and doesn't lose ball carriers after contact. In Jr year, made 80 tackles & blocked 1 FG. He missed 3 games due to a partial tear in his MCL. Johnson was named ASWA 1st team All-State 4A as a sophomore & repeated the honor as a Jr All-State 1st team selection LB in 2007. He benches 320-pounds, cleans 280, squats 645 and has an impressive 37-inch vertical leap. As a soph, Johnson recorded 113 solo tackles & 15 assists at MLB. He reports a 2.8 core GPA and a 22 ACT. "About a month ago, I remember talking to Coach Thompson," he says. "I think I'll be playing either the Will or Mike position at Alabama. I like that Alabama's LBs play relentless. I have pretty good size, and I know Coach Saban likes big players."
DEFENSIVE BACKS	Height	Weight	Speed	High School/J.C.
Gerald West (Pics)	5-10	170	4.37	Faith Academy; Mobile, AL
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 7/22/2008
As a Jr, West had 36 tackles & 3 ints and returned a kickoff for a TD. He reports a 2.5 GPA & an ACT score of 20. He bench presses 295, squats 405, and has a 36-inch vertical jump. He chose Alabama over Arkansas, Auburn, Clemson, Florida, FSU, LSU, and Tennessee, among others. Says West, "I got quick feet and good hips. I can run fast and I'm able to position myself to get the interception. I react well to the ball and I have real good technique. I want to work on my catching. I have reasonable hands, but they can still get better. I have high expectations for myself and I don't feel they are excellent yet. The thing that really impressed me about Alabama from the 1st time I visited up there was that they made me feel like I was a part of the family,"
Rod Woodson (Pics)	5-11	210	4.6	Olive Branch HS; Olive Branch, MS
Rivals Rating -	Scout Rating -			Commited: 7/25/2008
Woodson is like a heat seeking missle in run support. He often knifes through the line and makes the play for little to no gain. Rod is a very physical tackler who thrives on making the big hit. He could possibly grow into a strong side linebacker. As a Jr, Woodson racked up 140 tackles, 3 fumbles caused, 3 fumbles recovered & 3 ints. Woodson bench presses 315, squats 500, & claims a 41-inch vertical leap. Qualifying is within reach. Woodson doesn't report a core GPA but has scored either a 14 or 17 ACT (not confirmed). He also competes as an amateur boxer. Says Woodson, "I'm hard-hitting, and Alabama plays my type of defense. You've got to be physical, because there will be bigger people than you with the football. I like to be explosive when I hit. I'm aggressive and bring pain to the game. I bring a lot of excitement." With his decision out of the way, Woodson hopes to convince more top recruits to climb aboard the Tide train.