Alabama is only weeks away from kicking off fall camp in preparation for the 2025 college football season. The spring has long come and gone, so we now have a better idea of where the Crimson Tide's roster stands as the Week 1 road matchup against Florida State grows closer for Kalen DeBoer and company.

Prior to spring practice, I shared a series of posts over at Cover Crimson that ranked almost all of Alabama's roster. Granted, I didn't include the true freshmen or JUCO signees because we hadn't been given a chance to see them on the FBS level yet. Additions from the transfer portal were included, so in total, there were 59 players in those pre-spring rankings.

Now, there are a total of 78 guys because we've included the early enrollees, JUCO signees (Steve Mboumoua and Kevonte Henry), and the latest portal additions (Brody Dalton and Jack Sammarco). So the only ones who won't be included in this summer edition are the three freshmen who weren't able to enroll early (Chuck McDonald, Kaleb Edwards and London Simmons) and freshman punter Alex Asparuhov, who was out this spring despite coming in early.

I did want fans to see how much guys either climbed or fell between my pre-spring and summer rankings, so while I ranked almost 20 more players this time around, I also show where they checked in on my spring rankings and how many spots they've climbed or dropped when compared to just those original 59 players. In simpler terms, the number you want to pay attention to is the number in parentheses. If the player wasn't included in the pre-spring rankings, you'll see an "N/A" tag.

OK, let's get started with Nos. 74-78.

No. 78 – DL Isaia Faga

Previous ranking: No. 59 (+0)

Alabama has added close to 20 players to this list since the pre-spring rankings, and all of them checked ahead of Faga. That means he's still sitting in the bottom spot of the rankings, but like I've said previously, don't take this as me not liking the former three-star recruit. Someone had to be down here, but I did think he was somewhat of an underrated signee during the 2024 recruiting cycle.

Faga put some disruptive traits on his high school tape, but his lack of length (only listed at 6-foot-2 without long arms) somewhat limited his projection. He's seemingly moved further inside as a nose tackle in Kane Wommack's defense though, which helps that projection a bit.

He showcased nice initial quickness coming out of high school, and there's at least some upside as an interior pass rusher. So far though, that hasn't translated to any sort of significant playing time in Tuscaloosa, as he only got eight snaps as a freshman this past season (five against Wisconsin, three against LSU).

Faga played a lot of 3-tech defensive tackle in high school, but as previously mentioned, he's becoming more of a nose type as he continues to try to put on mass and size. We'll see how he continues to develop behind Tim Keenan III, Jeremiah Beaman and potentially others. We really didn't see or hear much about him this spring. Maybe that starts to change in fall camp or beyond.

Projected role in 2025: Depth NT/ST

No. 77 – OL Micah DeBose

Previous ranking: N/A

Obviously, DeBose wasn't included in my pre-spring rankings because he's only a true freshman, but he was a four-star recruit who the On3 Industry Rankings had rated as the No. 275 player nationally, No. 19 interior offensive lineman, and No. 16 player from the state of Alabama.

In some ways, he reminds me of current starting right guard Jaeden Roberts. The recruiting rankings coming out of high school were similar (Roberts checked in at No. 219 overall and the No. 14 IOL), the size and builds were similar (Roberts was 6-5, 340 while DeBose was listed at 6-4, 335) and their mauling style of play also favored. Plus, there was a belief at one time that Roberts could handle playing tackle, which we've also said about DeBose. Despite that belief, Roberts almost immediately settled in at guard once he arrived at Alabama, and I expect the same for DeBose.

The in-state product has some limitations in pass protection right now, but overall, there's a lot to like about his game and physical makeup. Will he have the work ethic and locker-room-friendly personality that Roberts has brought to the table over the last few years? That remains to be seen, but nothing to this point has suggested that he won't. I'm excited to see how he develops over the long term, but I don't see him making much of a push for meaningful playing time in 2025.

Projected role in 2025: Depth IOL/ST

No. 76 – WR Bubba Hampton

Previous ranking: No. 54 (-4)

I actually dropped Hampton four spots relative to other players who were included in my initial pre-spring rankings. I do remain a fan of the Texas native, but he was injured for the entire spring and out of 10 wide receivers on the roster, I'm currently viewing him as No. 10, especially after true freshman Derek Meadows showed that he was further along in his development than I originally anticipated.

I'm pulling for Hampton though, as he was a nice Early Signing Day flip a couple of years ago when Alabama stole him away from Texas in December of 2023. He was listed as a four-star athlete who rated just outside of the top 250 prospects (No. 251 nationally), and then head coach Nick Saban even described him as "kind of a dog."

Some had wondered if he'd play defensive back or wide receiver on the college level, but he ultimately ended up on the offensive side of the football. No, he didn't get meaningful playing time in year one (saw action in three games with only 15 snaps coming on offense), but he still has that big-play ability from high school that can help him win downfield from the slot.

However, with all of the other guys in Alabama's wide receiver room, it's going to be hard for him to get on the field in his sophomore season. With that said, who knows what might happen if he keeps his head down and continues to go to work. Maybe he can contribute as a kick returner. However, one, he's got to get healthy first, and two, he's got to step up and take that job from some capable options such as fellow second-year receivers Jaylen Mbakwe or Cole Adams.

Projected role in 2025: Depth WR/ST

No. 75 – OL Mal Waldrep

Previous ranking: N/A

Waldrep was one of Alabama's lowest-rated, non-special teams signees in the 2025 recruiting class, but the early returns from the spring show that he probably shouldn't have checked in that low. This guy was once a high school tackle who projects on the inside at the college level.

He'll more than likely end up at center, but with Alabama being short on numbers at tackle this spring, he spent some time on the blindside before eventually settling in at left guard for A-Day. Already sitting at 6-5, 322 pounds, I believe he can eventually be a Bradley Bozeman-type of center with plenty of size and mass.

Waldrep won't necessarily wow you with his athletic gifts, but he's got more of a complete game than most realize with underrated production in pass protection. Plus, his football IQ is up there with anyone else in his freshman class. I do think he's got a bright future in Tuscaloosa, but with a lot of the other interior offensive linemen on the roster, I don't expect him to contribute much on the field this season.

Don't forget about him though.

Projected role in 2025: Depth OL/ST

No. 74 – OT Arkel Anugwom

Previous ranking: No. 48 (-9)

When there were 59 players being ranked on my pre-spring list, Anugwom checked in at No. 48. Now with 78 guys being ranked, the Ball State transfer has fallen almost double-digit spots near the bottom of the list. Why?

Well, I want to start by clarifying that I still see the vision from the coaching staff. Anugwom is blessed physically with an extremely large frame (6-foot-6, 330 pounds) with tree trunks for arms. His 35.5-inch arms provides elite length. Plus, he's a quality mover. But his limited experience playing American football showed up on numerous occasions during the spring.

The work ethic is there, so I fully expect him to continue to get better, but he's more of a long-term play. In other words, I don't think he'll be a major contributor this season. Stay patient with him though, as I still believe he'll eventually emerge as a serviceable option at tackle. Alabama needs all the depth they can get at the position, whether it be in the immediate or the future.

Anugwom and Waldrep are exactly the type of guys you want developing behind the scenes, as both could turn into starters at some point down the road. As a redshirt freshman in 2024, Anugwom played 100 total snaps on offense in four games for the Cardinals while starting in Week 14 against Ohio. Once again, the upside is obvious, but he's still a ways away.

Projected role in 2025: Developmental OT/ST