Alabama Crimson Tide fans have reason to celebrate once again: on July 2, Alabama landed a prized commitment from five-star wide receiver Cederian Morgan, a standout talent hailing from Benjamin Russell High School in Alexander City, Alabama—firmly in the Heart of Dixie and just a couple hours’ drive from Mobile . At 6′4″ and 220 pounds, Morgan isn’t just another in‑state recruit—he’s the top-rated receiver in Alabama and ranked as the #2 wideout nationally, pegged No. 12 overall in the 247Sports composite .
🏈 What Morgan Brings to the Tide
Morgan is a rare blend of size, skill, and athleticism. Scouts rave about his “luxury sports car” fluidity, unmatched catch radius, and ability to dominate contested catches . He’s not just about the tape either—he’s a multi-sport athlete, excelling in basketball and track. Among his athletic feats: averaging a double-double on the hardwood, clinching a silver medal in the 6A high jump (6‑8), and running an impressive 21.74 in the 200-meter dash .
Boosting an Already Explosive Class
Morgan’s commitment arrives at a pivotal time. Alabama’s 2026 class has already surged back into elite territory, ranked inside the Top 10 nationally, largely thanks to recent pledges like five-star linebacker Xavier Griffin and others . With Morgan on board, ‘Bama now counts three five-star recruits in one class—a feat unmatched by other programs . His addition improves both the talent level and depth of the receiving corps, crucial for offensive balance.
The Tide’s Momentum: What’s Next
This commitment vaults Alabama’s class to #6 nationally, despite having fewer total commits than programs ahead of them . And the momentum hasn’t slowed: top targets like safety Jireh Edwards (July 5) and other five-star talents are expected to announce soon . Bruce Feldman and other pundits are buzzing about July shaping up as a historic signing month for Kalen DeBoer’s staff.
Why It Matters (Beyond Rankings)
For Alabama, Morgan is more than a ranking booster. His enormous catch radius and contested-catch toughness instantly upgrade the WR room. He embodies the physical prototype preferred in the SEC: tall, athletic, and tough. As quarterback play develops under DeBoer and OC Ryan Grubb, Morgan