Akylin Dear Flips Commitment from Ole Miss to Alabama
In a stunning turn of events, five-star running back Akylin Dear has decommitted from Ole Miss and pledged his future to the Alabama Crimson Tide. The Quitman, Mississippi native had initially committed to the Rebels on March 30, 2024, but reopened his recruitment in late June. After considering offers from Alabama and Mississippi State, Dear announced his decision to join the Crimson Tide on August 20, 2024. (knbr.com, Deadspin, ClutchPoints)
Ranked as the No. 2 running back and No. 31 overall prospect in the 2025 class by 247Sports Composite, Dear is known for his explosive speed and vision on the field. Standing 6-foot-1 and weighing 200 pounds, he rushed for 2,016 yards and 27 touchdowns during his junior season. (knbr.com)
In an interview with ESPN, Dear expressed his excitement about joining Alabama, stating, “I’m excited to be a part of an elite organization that is going to compete every year and strive to win a national championship.” He added that playing for Alabama, “probably one of the greatest programs ever in the history of college football,” was a significant factor in his decision.
This commitment adds to Alabama’s already impressive 2025 recruiting class, which includes top prospects like quarterback Keelon Russell and linebacker Justin Hill. The Crimson Tide’s coaching staff, led by head coach Kalen DeBoer, has been instrumental in securing commitments from elite talent, despite the challenges posed by the early signing period.
Alabama fans are eagerly anticipating Dear’s arrival, hoping he will continue the program’s tradition of producing top-tier running backs. With his commitment, Dear is poised to make a significant impact on the Crimson Tide’s future success.
