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Kalen DeBoer lands commitment from 2027 EDGE.
The momentum continues on the recruiting trail for the Alabama Crimson Tide, as the program secured a new defensive addition in the 2027 cycle. Three-star EDGE Stevan Thornton III out of Cairo, Georgia, announced his commitment to Alabama on Tuesday evening, giving head coach Kalen DeBoer another intriguing defensive piece to build around.
Thornton chose the Crimson Tide over a strong group of offers that included the Georgia Bulldogs, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, and Florida State Seminoles, among others.
Rivals was the first to report Thornton’s commitment to the Tide.
Thornton enters the 2027 recruiting cycle as a developmental prospect with significant upside. According to the Rivals Industry Ranking, he is currently rated as:
Standing 6-foot-6 and closing in on 200 pounds, Thornton possesses the length and frame that college programs covet at the EDGE position. While still lean, his physical tools make him a prime candidate for long-term development in Alabama’s system.
Thornton’s on-field production backs up his potential. As a junior at Cairo High School, he posted 91 total tackles, 20 tackles for loss, and 8 sacks.
His impact helped lead the Cairo Syrupmakers to a 10-win season, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposing offenses and play a key role in a winning program.
Thornton becomes the fifth commitment in Alabama’s 2027 recruiting class, joining a group that includes:
Although the class currently sits at No. 36 nationally in the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings, it is still early in the cycle. Adding a high-upside defender like Thornton aligns with Alabama’s long-standing strategy of identifying and developing elite defensive talent.
For DeBoer and his staff, this commitment represents another step in building a balanced class with both immediate impact players and long-term projects.
Stacey Blackwood Stacey Blackwood covers college football for Heavy.com with a primary focus on the Alabama Crimson Tide football. A veteran sports writer and podcaster, his work has appeared with the USA TODAY Sports Media Group through both Roll Tide Wire and Buffaloes Wire. In addition to his writing, Blackwood is the host of “Tide Talk Live” on the Bleav Network, where he has several years of experience providing in-depth coverage of Alabama football, including recruiting, roster analysis, game previews, and postgame breakdowns. More about Stacey Blackwood
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