With the NFL Draft early entry deadline today and the Transfer Portal closing on Friday, Alabama is currently finalizing retention on next season's roster while still looking for depth and some instant impact contributors on both sides of the ball.
The two biggest NFL Draft decisions remaining for Alabama were with defensive starters Yhonzae Pierre and Keon Sabb. According to CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz, both Pierre and Sabb are currently expected to return to Tuscaloosa for the 2026 season:
Alabama standout safety Keon Sabb and Bama star edge rusher Yhonzae Pierre are both currently expected to return to college for another season instead of leaving for the NFL, sources tell @CBSSports.