Overview

• Jared Doughty, a 2026 offensive lineman from Atlanta’s Banneker High, announced his commitment on Sunday after attending Alabama’s win over Vanderbilt.
• He chose the Crimson Tide over offers that included Georgia, Ohio State, Auburn and Missouri.
• Doughty is listed around 6-foot-6 and 300 pounds, with recruiting services differing on his evaluation, including No. 914 overall and No. 76 OT in the 247Sports composite and No. 35 OT by Rivals.
• He becomes Alabama’s 22nd pledge in the 2026 class, and AL.com reports the Tide moved to No. 3 nationally in the 247Sports composite team rankings following his commitment.
• His recruitment was led by offensive line coach Chris Kapilovic, and he cited strong staff contact and family ties to Tuscaloosa as factors in his choice, joining fellow OL commits Sam Utu, Chris Booker and Bear Fretwell.