Alabama adds dual commitments from Haywood, Cunningham

Alabama continues to roll on the recruiting trail in the month of July.

Four-star offensive tackle Ty Haywood announced his commitment to Alabama on Sunday, according to ON3's Chad Simmons.

The 6-foot-5, 285-pound offensive lineman picked the Crimson Tide over Oklahoma.

"They have a great winning culture over the years," Haywood said. "They are always winning, and they are like a family. I saw the smile on my mom's face when we were there. It was a clue that she was thinking, this is where my son should be."

Haywood is the No. 18 overall prospect in the 2025 recruiting class and No. 5-rated player at his position, according to the ESPN 300.

Four-star wide receiver Caleb Cunningham announced his commitment to Alabama on Saturday, per ESPN's Eli Lederman.

The 6-foot-3, 190-pound wideout chose the Crimson Tide over Ole Miss, Auburn, Florida, and Tennessee.

"I just knew it, man," Cunningham said, according to Simmons. "It was really in the middle of the visit. It just felt different. I had been there before, and Alabama was always high on my list, but I knew that was where I wanted to be. That is why I committed to Alabama."

Cunningham, considered a five-star prospect by some outlets, took a few trips to Alabama's campus during his recruitment and noted that the family atmosphere and the coaching staff were key in his decision.

"You can't go against Bama. They are the best. They have great coaches, they develop players, I feel at home there and I get to play with a great quarterback in Keelon Russell," he said.

Cunningham is the third-rated receiver and the top prospect from the state of Mississippi, according to the ESPN 300. He's also ranked No. 19 in the 2025 recruiting class.

The Crimson Tide have now secured pledges from 17 ESPN 300 prospects under new coach Kalen DeBoer, including Russell and cornerback Dijon Lee Jr.