As the offseason unfolds, the Alabama Crimson Tide faces crucial decisions about its 2025 football roster, with two major factors looming large: the transfer portal and the NFL draft.
The Crimson Tide saw a significant number of players enter the transfer portal during the open window between December and early January, with the current tally sitting at 26 departures.
Meanwhile, the spotlight has been on key players from Alabama’s 2024 roster who have been contemplating whether to declare for the 2025 NFL Draft or return to Tuscaloosa for another season. Among these players are some of the team’s biggest stars. Here’s a breakdown of who has made their decision to enter the draft and who will be returning for another season:
Alabama’s 2025 NFL Draft Decisions
Declared for 2025 NFL Draft:
- Jalen Milroe, Quarterback
- CJ Dippre, Tight End (Graduation)
- Robbie Ouzts, Tight End (Graduation)
- Tyler Booker, Offensive Guard
- Tim Smith, Defensive Line (Graduation)
- Que Robinson, Outside Linebacker (Graduation)
- Jihaad Campbell, Inside Linebacker
- Malachi Moore, Safety (Graduation)
- Graham Nicholson, Kicker (Graduation)
- James Burnip, Punter (Graduation)
- Kneeland Hibbett, Long Snapper (Graduation)
Returning to Alabama:
- Jam Miller, Running Back
- Germie Bernard, Wide Receiver
- Parker Brailsford, Center
- Jaeden Roberts, Offensive Guard
- Tim Keenan III, Defensive Line
- LT Overton, Defensive Line
- Jah-Marien Latham, Defensive Line
- Deontae Lawson, Inside Linebacker
- Justin Jefferson, Inside Linebacker
- Domani Jackson, Cornerback
- Keon Sabb, Safety
Among the players heading to the NFL, Jalen Milroe, Tyler Booker, and Jihaad Campbell stand out, as all three are expected to be selected early in the draft, possibly within the first two rounds.
On the flip side, Alabama will bring back a solid group of players for 2025. The offense will see the return of four starters, including Jam Miller at running back and Germie Bernard at wide receiver, as well as offensive linemen Parker Brailsford (center) and Jaeden Roberts (right guard).
Defensively, Tim Keenan III, LT Overton, Deontae Lawson, Domani Jackson, and Keon Sabb are all set to return, bolstering the defensive line and secondary. Rotational players like Jah-Marien Latham and Justin Jefferson are also coming back, likely with expanded roles next season.
