By Mmesoma 
TUSCALOOSA, AL – July 14, 2025 – As Alabama football gears up for the 2025 season under second-year head coach Kalen DeBoer, significant roster turnover highlights both high-profile departures and impactful additions.
—
✈️ Major Departures
Jalen Milroe (QB): The two-year starter declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after an explosive tenure – over 6,000 passing yards, 45 TDs, plus 1,577 rushing yards. His departure leaves Alabama searching for a new offensive leader .
Tyler Booker (OL), Ltd. CJ Dippre (TE), Jihaad Campbell (LB): These key contributors have departed via graduation or early NFL entry .
25 transfer exits: Including WRs Kendrick Law, Kobe Prentice, Caleb Odom, Jaren Hamilton; OL Elijah Pritchett (to Nebraska); and LB Justin Okoronkwo, Sterling Dixon, Ty Lockwood .
—
🔄 Key Additions
Dre’lyn Washington (RB) – From Louisiana, the transfer brings 478 yards and 5 TD in 73 carries. Adds depth behind Jam Miller .
Peter Knudson (TE) – A Weber State addition in January, provides experienced depth at tight end .
Secondary reinforcements:
Dijon Lee Jr. (CB) – A five-star freshman ranked #3 nationally in his position. Has impressed during spring .
Cameron Calhoun (CB) – A 2024 transfer from Utah, offering experience in the secondary .
Linebacker boost:
Nikhai Hill‑Green (LB) – Veteran transfer from Colorado with prior stops at Michigan and Charlotte adds depth to a banged-up unit .
—
⚙️ Depth Chart & Position Battles
Quarterback: With Milroe gone, Ty Simpson leads the pack over Austin Mack and incoming freshman Keelon Russell, though no starter is yet set .
Offensive line: Retains three starters (Proctor, Brailsford, Roberts), with new competition. Jackson Lloyd, Arkel Anugwom, Michael Carroll are emerging threats at tackle during spring drills .
Tight ends: With departures and injuries, Peter Knudson enters a crowded room featuring Josh Cuevas, Danny Lewis, and a deep freshman class .
RB room: Jam Miller is the presumptive starter, with Dre’lyn Washington primed to spell him .
Secondary: Veterans Domani Jackson and Zabien Brown anchor the group, aided by sophomore Dijon Lee and Calhoun, steadying a Unit that lost key pieces .
—
🔎 Outlook
Alabama’s 2025 roster reflects another transition year—fueled heavily by transfers and the 2025 recruiting haul. The QB and OL rooms are key watchpoints, while the defense shows promising talent infusion. Spring practice has defined early leaders, but summer camp will define who steps up.
Expect a dynamic summer of competition—and plenty of position battles—before camps officially open in August.
—
✅ What to Watch
QB race clarity by August camp — Ty Simpson, Mack or Russell?
OL battle outcomes at LG and RT.
TE health and depth, especially involving Knudson.
Secondary chemistry, continuity post-transfers.