Report: Alabama transfer center James Brockermeyer expected to commit to TCU
Alabama Crimson Tide center James Brockermeyer is expected to commit to the TCU Horned Frogs, per a report by Matt Zenitz.
During his three seasons with the Crimson Tide, James Brockermeyer helped Alabama win 36 games and take two SEC conference titles.
James Brockermeyer played high school football at All Saints Episcopal (Texas), where he was a four-star prospect. He was the No. 234 overall recruit in the 2021 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.
Teammates at Alabama have noticed James Brockermeyer and his talent. In particular, defensive lineman Damon Payne praised him.
“James has been a dog ever since he got here,” Payne told reporters. “He’s one of those guys that’s never gonna stop. You may be sleeping on him, but he’s never gonna stop working. The reps have definitely gotten a lot harder with James. He’s definitely turned that switch on, as he always does. And I’m very happy for him and what he’s doing right now.”
This spring, James Brockermeyer worked with Alabama’s first team offense. Despite that, he still entered the Transfer Portal and ended up at TCU, where his twin brother Tommy Brockermeyer plays after transferring from Alabama.
Alabama, of course, is a program going through major changes right now. Head coach Nick Saban decided to retire following the 2023 season. He was then replaced by Kalen DeBoer, who previously coached the Washington Huskies.
Two years ago, TCU made it to the College Football Playoff. However, in his second season with the program, Sonny Dykes saw his Horned Frogs take a step back and go 5-7. Now, he’s looking to revamp the roster and avoid another season without a bowl.
To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire.
The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and Twitter account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.
Alabama and the Transfer Portal
With Nick Saban moving on from Alabama, it’s not a surprise that the Crimson Tide have seen their fair share of movement in the Transfer Portal.
To this point, Alabama’s 2024 transfer class is ranked 69th in the On3 College Football Team Transfer Portal Rankings. It’s a class that has seen 32 players transfer out of the program with nine joining the Crimson Tide to this point.
Among those who have come to Alabama through the Transfer Portal, four have followed Kalen DeBoer from Washington. The others come from four power conference schools and one Group of Five school.