Alabama freshman CB Jaylen Mbakwe plans to enter NCAA transfer portal
Alabama cornerback Jaylen Mbakwe plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, On3’s Hayes Fawcett reports. Mbakwe is the 14th Crimson Tide player to transfer in the 20-day window.
Mbakwe, a freshman, has played in 11 of Alabama’s 12 regular-season games during his rookie year in Tuscaloosa. Part of the Crimson Tide’s cornerback rotation early on, Mbakwe registered 15 tackles, one tackle for loss and two pass breakups. He also contributed on special teams, as most freshmen do, but even returned punts – a pair for 46 yards in 2024.
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*** What we’re hearing on Jaylen Mbakwe…
A native of Clay, Alabama, Mbakwe was a five-star prospect in the 2024 recruiting, according to the On3 Industry Rankings. The former high school quarterback was considered the 16th-best overall recruit, the 2 cornerback and the No. 3 player from the state of Alabama in the class. He committed to Alabama over Auburn and Georgia, among nearly 30 offers.
The 20-day portal window opened on Monday, December 9, and will close on Saturday, December 28. Due to a later bowl game, Alabama players will have five extra days to enter.
To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire.
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