Alabama Football Transfer Portal: Multiple WRs Join the Hunt
Alabama Football's Roster Changes in the 2026 College Football Calendar
With the college football calendar now set for 2026, the focus has shifted to roster building for teams across the nation. For Alabama football, this means a period of significant changes as players enter and exit the NCAA transfer portal.
Starting on Friday, January 2, a two-week window will open for Division I players to enter the NCAA transfer portal. This is an opportunity for athletes to become eligible to move to another college football program. The portal will remain open until Friday, January 16. Teams that compete in the CFP National Championship Game will have an additional five-day portal period from January 20 to January 24.
Players Leaving Alabama via the Transfer Portal
Several Alabama football players have decided to take advantage of the transfer portal:
- Aeryn "Bubba" Hampton: A wide receiver who has been part of the team.
- Kameron Howard: A defensive back who made his mark during his time with the Crimson Tide.
- Roq Montgomery: An offensive lineman who played a key role on the field.
- Richard Young: A running back who contributed to the team’s success.
- Jaylen Mbakwe: A former five-star cornerback who transitioned to wide receiver.
- Joseph Ionata: A backup center who provided support during games.
- MJ Chirgwin: A walk-on wide receiver who was a part of the team for four seasons.
- Jalen Hale: A wide receiver who faced injury challenges during his tenure.
- Olaus Alinen: An offensive lineman who had limited playing time.
- Noah Carter: A linebacker who was among the first to announce his decision.
- Peter Notaro: A freshman walk-on kicker who had a successful season.
New Additions to the Crimson Tide
In addition to these departures, Alabama has also gained some new talent through the transfer portal:
- Josh Ford: A tight end from Oklahoma State who brings three seasons of eligibility to the team. Ford has experience as a 6-foot-6, 244-pound player who recorded 13 catches for 137 yards and two touchdowns in two seasons with the Cowboys.
Updates on Key Transfers
Backup Kicker Leaves
Peter Notaro, the freshman walk-on kicker, has entered the transfer portal. He successfully converted all five of his extra point attempts in the 2025 season.
First LB to Exit
Noah Carter became the 10th Alabama football player to enter the transfer portal. As a redshirt freshman, he appeared in three games during the 2025 season.
Reserve OL Enters Portal
Olaus Alinen, an offensive lineman, confirmed his decision to enter the transfer portal. He has played 165 snaps over three seasons with the team.
Third-Year WR Announces Transfer
Jalen Hale, a third-year wide receiver, has announced his intention to enter the transfer portal. He missed the entire 2024 season due to a severe leg injury and was expected to return in 2025.
Walk-On WR Enters Portal
MJ Chirgwin, a walk-on wide receiver, has decided to enter the transfer portal after four seasons with the team. He has one season of eligibility remaining.
Backup Center Exits
Joseph Ionata, the backup center, has entered the transfer portal. He has played 74 snaps across two seasons with the team.
Five-Star Player Leaves
Jaylen Mbakwe, a five-star cornerback, has announced his decision to enter the transfer portal. He moved to wide receiver for the 2025 season and recorded three catches for 55 yards.
Backup RB Departs
Richard Young, a backup running back, has entered the transfer portal. He finished the 2025 season with 64 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
Reserve OL Announces Transfer
Roq Montgomery, a reserve offensive lineman, has announced his decision to enter the transfer portal. He has played a key role in the team's offensive line.
Backup Safety Exits
Kameron Howard, a backup safety, was the first to announce his intentions to enter the transfer portal. He started in 12 games as a true freshman at Charlotte.
New Talent Added
Alabama football has added Oklahoma State tight end Josh Ford to its 2026 roster. Ford transferred to the team for his final three seasons of eligibility. He has a proven track record as a 6-foot-6, 244-pound tight end who recorded 13 catches for 137 yards and two touchdowns in two seasons with the Cowboys.
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