Winners of SEC Football Recruiting
Alabama Crimson Tide
Alabama’s 2026 class, ranked No. 4 nationally, showcases Kalen DeBoer’s recruiting prowess with 10 commits, including four five-star prospects like cornerback Jorden Edmonds and linebacker Xavier Griffin. The Crimson Tide flipped four-star wide receiver Cederian Morgan from Auburn, securing four of Alabama’s top 15 in-state prospects. A $5.4 million recruiting budget fuels their dominance, outpacing most SEC rivals and ensuring another top-five finish.
Georgia Bulldogs
Georgia’s No. 2 national class boasts 24 commits, including five five-star recruits like quarterback Jared Curtis and edge rusher Isaiah Gibson. Kirby Smart’s program has locked down six of Georgia’s top 10 in-state talents, flipping four-star linebacker Shadarius Toodle from Auburn. Despite a 22.4% drop in recruiting spending to $4 million, Georgia’s playoff pedigree keeps them ahead, poised for another elite class.
Texas A&M Aggies
With 21 commits, Texas A&M’s No. 3 national class features four-star linebacker Samu Moala and quarterback Daylan McCutcheon. The Aggies’ $4 million budget has secured nine of Texas’s top 50 prospects, outmuscling rivals like Texas for in-state talent. Coach Mike Elko’s emphasis on defensive linemen and offensive depth positions Texas A&M for a top-five finish, building on their No. 5 class in 2025.
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