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ESPN highlights Caleb Woodson as an under-the-radar player for Alabama ahead of the 2026 season. The former Virginia Tech linebacker joined the Crimson Tide after a strong performance in the NCAA transfer portal.
ESPN names top under-the-radar player for Alabama entering 2026
One of the biggest offseason additions in the NCAA transfer portal for coach Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide came from the ACC.
Former Virginia Tech linebacker Caleb Woodson committed to the Crimson Tide in January after a stellar season with the Hokies in 2025. He had three solid seasons in Blacksburg prior to joining Alabama.
The 6-foot-3, 230-pound Woodson recorded 57 tackles (26 solo) with the Hokies a year ago in nine games. A year earlier as a sophomore, he notched 72 tackles (26 solo) and an interception while playing in all 13 games.
On Wednesday, ESPN's panel of college football reporters unveiled their list of under-the-radar players for each team in the network's post-spring top 25 rankings, including Alabama.
Among players described as those that could "play a significant role in a conference race or the chase for a College Football Playoff bid," Woodson was the choice for Alabama in 2026.
ESPN's Harry Lyles Jr. said of Woodson:
"'Under the radar' may not describe Woodson, because there should be hype around him coming into 2026. He was a key contributor on Brent Pry's defense at Virginia Tech for three seasons, and he's just a damn good athlete. He used to be a year-round competitive swimmer, starting at the age of 6 and continuing until he was 14. He originally played wide receiver, and decided to switch to defense because when he was going to football camps in his youth, the wide receiver and defensive back lines were long. He's willing to do what needs to be done on the field and should fit in nicely at Alabama."
Caleb Woodson is a former Virginia Tech linebacker who recorded 57 tackles in 2025 and 72 tackles with an interception in 2024.
Caleb Woodson plays linebacker for the Alabama Crimson Tide.
Caleb Woodson is expected to bolster Alabama's defense significantly, given his impressive track record at Virginia Tech.
Caleb Woodson committed to Alabama in January 2026 after transferring from Virginia Tech.

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Alabama is No. 16 in ESPN's post-spring top 25 rankings, and No. 12 in USA TODAY Sports' post-spring rerank.
Alabama will open the 2026 season against East Carolina on Sept. 5 at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Here's a full look at the Crimson Tide's 2026 regular-season schedule. Kickoff times and TV channel designations have not been announced.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama offensive linemen Jayvin James and Michael Carroll drop to block at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Austin Mack throws a pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell hands off to running back Daniel Hill at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell dives forward to cover a loose ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell runs the ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell rolls out and throws a touchdown pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Austin Mack prepares to take a snap at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell throws a pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Daniel Hill (4) runs the ball and is pursued by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Keon Sabb (3) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Red Morgan (6) breaks up a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Noah Rogers (5) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide kicker Lorcan Quinn (90) connects for one of several field goals at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker QB Reese (36) breaks away from Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Jayvin James (54) to put pressure on Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Austin Mack (10) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Cederian Morgan (8) makes a catch for a touchdown at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Cederian Morgan (8) catches a deep pass from Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Keelon Russell (12) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Cederian Morgan (8) makes a catch for a touchdown at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back AK Dear (0) is driven out of bounds by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Abduall Sanders Jr. (35) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams (1) lines up for a play at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams (1) makes a catch as he is defended by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Keon Sabb (3) and Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ivan Taylor (13) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Kevin Riley (6) catches a flair pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Bray Hubbard (18) wears a towel on his head at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. (21) intercepts a pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Jorden Edmonds (16) breaks up a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Rico Scott (7) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide kicker Conor Talty (31) kicks a field goal at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end Kaleb Edwards (81) makes a catch as he is defended by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Luke Metz (4) and Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Abduall Sanders Jr. (35).
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; A pass intended for Ryan Williams is broken up by Jireh Edwards at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Trae’shawn Brown (17) runs the ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Isaia Faga (88) gets a cool down on the sidelines at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Desmond Umeozulu (9) breaks away from a block by Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Nick Brooks (71) to pressure Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Keelon Russell (12) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Defensive back Dijon Lee Jr. intercepts and has a little scrap with receiver Rico Scott at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. (21) intercepts a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Derek Meadows (30) and Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Zyan Gibson (17) is also defending at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Trae’shawn Brown (17) stiff arms a defender as he runs the ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
Apr 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Keelon Russell (12) looks for a receiver during the Alabama A-Day spring football scrimmage game at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama offensive linemen Jayvin James and Michael Carroll drop to block at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama offensive linemen Jayvin James and Michael Carroll drop to block at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Austin Mack throws a pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell hands off to running back Daniel Hill at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell dives forward to cover a loose ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell runs the ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell rolls out and throws a touchdown pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Austin Mack prepares to take a snap at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell throws a pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Daniel Hill (4) runs the ball and is pursued by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Keon Sabb (3) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Red Morgan (6) breaks up a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Noah Rogers (5) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide kicker Lorcan Quinn (90) connects for one of several field goals at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker QB Reese (36) breaks away from Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Jayvin James (54) to put pressure on Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Austin Mack (10) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Cederian Morgan (8) makes a catch for a touchdown at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Cederian Morgan (8) catches a deep pass from Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Keelon Russell (12) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Cederian Morgan (8) makes a catch for a touchdown at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back AK Dear (0) is driven out of bounds by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Abduall Sanders Jr. (35) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams (1) lines up for a play at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams (1) makes a catch as he is defended by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Keon Sabb (3) and Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ivan Taylor (13) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Kevin Riley (6) catches a flair pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Bray Hubbard (18) wears a towel on his head at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. (21) intercepts a pass at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Jorden Edmonds (16) breaks up a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Rico Scott (7) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide kicker Conor Talty (31) kicks a field goal at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end Kaleb Edwards (81) makes a catch as he is defended by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Luke Metz (4) and Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Abduall Sanders Jr. (35).
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; A pass intended for Ryan Williams is broken up by Jireh Edwards at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Trae’shawn Brown (17) runs the ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Isaia Faga (88) gets a cool down on the sidelines at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Desmond Umeozulu (9) breaks away from a block by Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Nick Brooks (71) to pressure Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Keelon Russell (12) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Defensive back Dijon Lee Jr. intercepts and has a little scrap with receiver Rico Scott at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. (21) intercepts a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Derek Meadows (30) and Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Zyan Gibson (17) is also defending at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Trae’shawn Brown (17) stiff arms a defender as he runs the ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the Alabama A Day scrimmage.
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Apr 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Keelon Russell (12) looks for a receiver during the Alabama A-Day spring football scrimmage game at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
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April 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; during the Alabama A Day at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
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This article originally appeared on Roll Tide Wire: Alabama football's top under-the-radar player entering 2026, per ESPN