BREAKING: Five-Star RB Savion Hiter has Committed to Michigan! The 5’11 205 RB from Mineral, VA chose the Wolverines over Tennessee, Ohio State, & Georgia He’s ranked as the No. 1 RB in the ‘26 Class (per Rivals) https://t.co/xTZSfuJReN pic.twitter.com/iOivfGTJMT

Deontae Lawson knows he only has one chance remaining. Lawson tore a ligament in his knee in a loss to Oklahoma and has spent every waking moment since working his way back. Now, nine months later, Alabama’s team captain is on track to return for the team's season opener at Florida State next Saturday.

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