Alabama lands commitment from SEC transfer defensive lineman

The transfer will have one year of eligibility remaining.

Former South Carolina edge Desmond Umeozulu has officially committed to Alabama, per On3’s Hayes Fawcett.

Umeozulu was nothing short of impactful on the Gamecocks’ defensive line in 2025. The playmaker recorded 30 total tackles and 1.5 sacks throughout his time at South Carolina, as Umeozulu will instantly add a major boost to the Tide’s defensive unit next season. Umeozulu will have one year of eligibility remaining following three seasons with the Gamecocks, as the talented edge is officially the second defensive lineman to sign with the Tide this weekend.

Umeozulu was ranked as the No. 22 edge and the No. 156 overall player from the class of 2023, per the 247Sports Composite rankings. A former four-star recruit, Umeozulu was a highly coveted prospect prior to signing with the Gamecocks, as the big man will almost certainly prove to be an excellent pick up for the Tide in the near future.

Alabama has signed a multitude of both offensive and defensive linemen this week, as the Tide continue adding key depth pieces at crucial positions.

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