The Alabama Crimson Tide football coaching staff saw its second decommitment in two days on Saturday as Saraland High School defensive lineman Antonio Coleman announces his flip to the Auburn Tigers according to On3 Sports.
Coleman, a 4-star defensive lineman out of Saraland is considered the No. 13 overall prospect in the state of Alabama and the No. 20 overall defensive lineman. He’s flipped his commitment from Alabama, to Auburn, back to the Crimson Tide in March and now back to the Tigers on Saturday.
His decommitment leaves Alabama with 22 players in the Crimson Tide’s Class of 2025 with just a single defensive line commit in London Simmons out of Mississippi.
The tight end position has changed through the years. Today’s tight end is more athletic and faster than in years past. They have better hands, too.
You wouldn’t know that by watching Alabama’s offense the past couple of seasons. They are athletic, fast and have good hands. They just weren’t lighting it up with receptions.
That should change under first-year Crimson Tide coach Kalen DeBoer.
The tight end was a featured position during DeBoer’s two-year stint with Washington.
The Crimson Tide’s biggest contributing tight end, Amari Niblack, left to play for Texas.
The good news for Alabama is a stable of tight ends dots the roster. Better news is DeBoer’s offense at Washington featured more than just one primary tight end. So, there is the possibility for a couple of tight ends to shine this season.
There’s also a good indication the tight ends will have opportunities for making explosive plays. Three Huskie tight ends had catches of 30-plus yards last season.
The obvious pick for Alabama’s top tight end this season is CJ Dippre. The Maryland transfer performed well in his first season with the Crimson Tide last season. He proved himself to be a consistent blocker and capable receiver.
Robbie Ouzts is another familiar name in the tight end room. He’s got a solid pair of hands and was used a few times as a receiver. His strength is his ability to block, and that will be his primary role this season. There will be opportunity for him to make some big plays, but his talents are best used opening holes for the running backs.
