Alabama among finalists for 5-star prospect, elite 2026 safety
After recently making the finalists for one of the nation's top safeties, the Alabama Crimson Tide have been included in another player at the position's list as well, as Jett Washington announced his top three Tuesday night.
Alongside the Crimson Tide, Washington lists both the Oregon Ducks and USC Trojans among his trio of finalists. At the moment, a commitment date for Washington is not set.
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According to the 247Sports Composite recruiting rankings, Washington is currently considered as the nation's No. 29 overall prospect in the 2026 class, as well as the No. 1 player in the state of Nevada where he attends national power Bishop Gorman High School. Washington is also rated as a five-star prospect, as well as the No. 4 safety in the class.
Alabama's 2026 class currently has seven commitments, none of which are currently safeties.
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