Alabama transfer running back announces commitment decision

Alabama transfer running back Richard Young has officially committed to Colorado, per On3’s Hayes Fawcett.

At 5’11”, 212 pounds, Young struggled to make a true impact on the Alabama offense throughout the 2025 campaign. The redshirt sophomore running back totaled 64 yards and two touchdowns on 23 carries last season, as Young could quickly begin to thrive at Colorado with an increase in touches.

A Florida native, Young is a talented playmaker that found himself buried on the depth chart during his time with the Tide, and was ultimately unable to showcase his true potential in Tuscaloosa.

Young was ranked as the No. 4 running back and the No. 55 overall player from the class of 2023, per the 247Sports Composite rankings. A former four-star recruit, Young will almost certainly see a major increase in playing time at Colorado next season, and the running back could quickly shine as a result.

Alabama has lost a number of playmakers on both sides of the football in recent weeks, as Young has officially seen his time in Tuscaloosa come to an end.

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