State champions Jackson, Thompson and Parker each placed two on the Alabama Sports Writers Association Super All-State team, a list of the top 12 high school football players in Alabama for 2024 regardless of classification.

Kalen DeBoer's first season at the helm of the Alabama football program was one of incredibly high highs and extremely low lows. From a top-five victory against Georgia and a No. 1 overall ranking to unranked losses to Vanderbilt, Oklahoma, and Michigan, the Crimson Tide faithful went through it in 2024.

Saraland High School quarterback KJ Lacey marked the Spartans’ third straight Mr. Football winner Tuesday. Lacey, along with each classification’s

Jason Jones is now on staff for the Tide, helping coach defensive backs alongside Maurice Linguist, who largely focused on UA’s cornerbacks last season. He’s one of two additions to the staff, along with Chuck Morrell, who got a promotion to inside linebackers coach.

The Alabama Sports Writers Association is preparing to name Back and Lineman of the Year for each of the seven Alabama High School football classifications, along with the Mr. Football award.

Every transfer portal entrant from Alabama this offseason has made a decision as to where they will play in 2025.

Saraland quarterback KJ Lacey has been named Alabama’s 2024 Mr. Football winner by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. The award is given annually to the top high school football player in the state.