Alabama Targets 4-Star RB Girard Pringle from Miami in Transfer Portal
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It’s already been a busy offseason for the Alabama Crimson Tide. After losing to the Indiana Hoosiers in the Rose Bowl, head coach Kalen DeBoer has turned his focus to the college football transfer portal.
Alabama has already brought in 17 players, but that doesn’t account for 23 departures. As of now, the Tide’s group ranks 13th in the SEC. With over 3,300 players entering the portal this cycle, the Crimson Tide is keeping tabs on some of the best options still available.
In an article from On3’s Pete Nakos, he reveals that Alabama is an early team to watch for former Miami Hurricanes running back Girard Pringle Jr.
“Sources have told On3 that Alabama is an early school to keep tabs on in this recruitment,” Nakos wrote. “A return to Miami has not officially been ruled out yet, either.”
The true freshman appeared in nine games in 2025. He carried the ball 62 times for 375 yards and four touchdowns. He also had four receptions for 53 yards and one touchdown. Pringle is leaving Miami after its leading rusher last season, Mark Fletcher Jr., announced he will be returning to school.
Coming out of high school, Pringle was a four-star recruit, the No. 5 running back and the No. 118 player in the nation. He chose the Hurricanes over the Florida Gators, Georgia Bulldogs, Texas A&M Aggies and even Alabama. Pringle now ranks No. 8 running back to hit the transfer portal this offseason.
However, the Crimson Tide once again finds themselves trying to land his commitment. He would be the first running back Alabama adds through the portal. It has already lost redshirt sophomore running back Richard Young, who transferred to the Colorado Buffaloes.
The offense is in need of improvement. Alabama finished the season tied 49th in points per game (29.5) and ranked 84th in total yards per game (367.7).
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 22, 2026, where it first appeared in the College Football section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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