HUGE BOOST: Five-star commit to Alabama

During Nick Saban’s 17-year tenure, commitments from five-star prospects were the norm for Alabama fans, and this trend continues under Kalen DeBoer and his staff. The latest 2025 Top247 rankings, released on Wednesday afternoon, saw two commits in the No. 2 recruiting class elevated to five-star status. Class leader Keelon Russell climbed 29 spots to become the No. 10 overall player and the No. 3 quarterback in the country, while Dijon Lee also received a significant boost. The standout from Mission Viejo (Calif.) moved up nine spots to become the No. 31 overall player and the No. 4 cornerback in the country.

Andrew Ivins explains that Lee’s rise is due to his prowess in a highly valued position in today’s passing-focused game. As a zone defender, his reach, ability to contest throws, and shrink coverage windows are exactly what teams are looking for.