Who is the highest-ranked member of every Nick Saban recruiting class at Alabama?

Nov 26, 2022; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young (9) waves to fans as he leaves the field after defeating the Auburn Tigers at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama won 49-27. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports

During his time as head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Nick Saban was certainly no stranger to success on the recruiting trail.

From 2007-23, the Crimson Tide ranked among the nation’s top recruiting classes multiple times, landing countless five-star prospects in the process. Included in that group were names who went on to become some of the top players at their respective positions in Alabama football history, along with multiple others who each made notable impacts during their time in Tuscaloosa also.

Here is the highest-ranked prospect from every Nick Saban recruiting class at Alabama according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings, along with what each player did during their time with the Crimson Tide, starting with the 2007 cycle.

2007 – Michael Ricks, Safety

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Rating: 4-star safety, No. 2 overall JUCO prospect, No. 1 JUCO safety

School: Northeast Mississippi C.C. (MS)

Stats at Alabama: N/A

Nov 26, 2010; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide receiver Julio Jones (8) avoids the tackle of Auburn Tiger safety Mike McNeil (26) during the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports

Rating: 5-star wide receiver, No. 3 overall prospect, No. 1 wide receiver

School: Foley (AL)

Stats at Alabama: 179 receptions, 2,653 yards, 15 TD, 10 rushes, 139 yards, 2 TD, 12 punt returns, 130 yards, 7 kick returns, 162 yards, 3 tackles from 2008-10

October 1, 2011; Gainesville FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Trent Richardson (3) runs with the ball for a touchdown during the second half against the Florida…

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Publish date : 2024-08-13 19:40:00

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