In a major coup for the Crimson Tide, top-ranked in-state receiver Cederian Morgan has pledged to Alabama, choosing the Tide over powerhouses like Auburn, Georgia, Florida, Colorado and more than 30 other offers.
🌟 Logan of the Tide
- Prospect profile: A 6’4″, 220‑lb standout from Benjamin Russell High School in Alexander City, Alabama.
- National rankings: No. 2 wide receiver and No. 11 overall recruit in the 2026 class (247Sports); No. 6 WR in ESPN 300; top-ranked player in Alabama
- Elite production: As a junior, Morgan caught 70 passes for 1,162 yards (16.6 YPC) and 14 touchdowns Key Factors in His Decision
- Staying home: A lifelong Tide fan, Morgan said,
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“I get to stay home and play for the in‑state school that I grew up a fan of… This was like a dream for me.” - Offensive fit: Drew to the dynamic play-calling under OC Ryan Grubb and QB coach Nick Sheridan, known for maximizing receiver talent
- Strong recruiter ties: Deepened relationship with WR coach JaMarcus Shephard and DeBoer staff, including visits and workouts in Tuscaloosa
📈 Boost to Recruiting Class
- Bama’s momentum: Morgan is Alabama’s fourth five-star in the 2026 class, which now boasts 17 commitments and ranks No. 6 nationally
- Receiver momentum: He’s the third WR in three days, joining Owen Cabell and Brian Williams Jr., exemplifying DeBoer’s aggressive stacking of big-bodied pass-catchers
🏆 Why Cederian Morgan Matters
- Elite physical tools: Morgan is already drawing comparisons to legendary Tide receiver Julio Jones—a 6′4″, smooth athlete with superb contested-catch ability and track speed
- Immediate threat: His size, athleticism, and polished route skills position him as a game-changer in Pope’s offense.
- Home-state pride: Keeping top Alabama talent local boosts fan morale and fortifies ground-level recruiting.
🔜 What’s Next?
- Cropped in-state talent: The Tide continues targeting top local prospects, including WR Brian Williams (announcing July 1) and TE Nolan Wilson (July 4)
- Class climbing: With continued commitment momentum, Alabama is poised to break into the Top 5 nationally.
📝 Final Take
Landing Cederian Morgan is more than just another star commit—it’s a reaffirmation that Alabama’s recruiting revival is real. A premier in-state talent choosing the Tide over elite rivals, Morgan solidifies the receiving room’s future and signals that DeBoer’s program is fast reassembling a championship DNA.
