Alabama’s biggest move of the transfer portal window thus far comes after a major re-signing for the Crimson Tide’s offense
Alabama has locked in one of the most important players for the 2026 season.
The Alabama Crimson Tide has yet to make a splash addition in the transfer portal. It has been mostly departures for the Tide, and at a couple of critical positions. One of those positions was RT Wilkin Formby, which, along with the likely NFL Draft declaration of Kadyn Proctor, means that Alabama will have a new starting tackle duo for 2026.
The big question for Alabama (alongside the looming decision for Ty Simpson) is if they could return a standout freshman from 2025. The answer is yes.
Alabama OL Michael Carroll re-signs with Alabama
“Next year I want to be a first-team All-American, first-team All-SEC type of guy, and bring all my brothers along with me. I’m excited for next year,” said Carroll about his return to Alabama.
The Crimson Tide’s offensive line was a major disappointment in 2025 despite having so many returning players.
The pass protection was notable, but Alabama struggled to run the football, finishing nearly dead last in rushing yards per game in the SEC last season. That simply isn’t the brand of Alabama football that we are accustomed to seeing, and it must change in 2025.
Keeping Caroll in Crimson will go a long way in ensuring that.
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Alabama Transfer Portal Tracker: Who has transferred in and out of the Crimson Tide’s 2026 roster?
Here is an up to date look at all of the additions and exits from the Alabama Crimson Tide.
