Amari Sabb Commits to Alabama, Joins Brother Keon in Crimson Tide Legacy
There’s a new Sabb on his way to Tuscaloosa - and he’s bringing speed, versatility, and a whole lot of upside.
Amari Sabb, a 2026 three-star wide receiver, has officially committed to Alabama, joining one of the nation’s top recruiting classes and reuniting with his older brother, Keon Sabb, who’s returning for his final season with the Crimson Tide. It’s a family reunion that’s been years in the making - but make no mistake, this was Amari’s decision, and his decision alone.
“He always told me, he was like, ‘It’s your decision at the end of the day. … Don’t just go there because I’m here,’” Amari said.
That advice stuck. And after weighing his options - and taking a good, hard look at what Alabama had to offer - Amari made the call. He’s heading to Tuscaloosa not just to join his brother, but to carve out his own path in one of college football’s most storied programs.
Why Alabama?
For Amari, the draw wasn’t just the name on the jersey. It was the tradition, the development, and the undeniable energy that hits the moment you step on campus.
“I always knew about Alabama when I was younger, them being a powerhouse program,” he said. “But actually getting up there and seeing the stuff for yourself with your own eyes, it’s just like, how can you not be at this school?”
He’s not wrong. Alabama’s reputation speaks for itself - national titles, NFL pipelines, and a culture of competition that breeds greatness.
Now, Amari becomes the fourth wide receiver to join a recruiting class that ranks second in the country. And while the Tide’s wide receiver room is always stacked, Sabb brings something unique to the table.
A Swiss Army Knife with Breakaway Speed
Ask anyone who’s coached or played against Amari Sabb, and one thing becomes clear: he’s not just a wideout. He’s a weapon.
Glassboro High School head coach Timmy Breaker calls him a “Swiss Army Knife,” and it’s easy to see why. Sabb lined up in the slot, the backfield, and even on defense - and wherever he was, he made plays. Big ones.
At 5-foot-9 and 165 pounds, Sabb doesn’t overwhelm you with size, but he more than makes up for it with speed, shiftiness, and football IQ. Defenses across New Jersey learned the hard way - double teams weren’t about stopping him, just slowing him down.
“He’s the jack of all trades,” Breaker said. “He’s the Swiss Army Knife.”
In 2024, Sabb racked up 1,116 receiving yards and 18 total touchdowns. This past season?
He took it up a notch - 1,739 total yards, nearly 15 yards per play, and 26 touchdowns. That kind of production doesn’t happen by accident.
It’s the result of a player who knows how to find space, beat coverages, and turn short gains into game-breaking plays.
And don’t forget the other side of the ball. Sabb sees the game like a defensive back because he is one - a ball-hawking, lockdown nickel corner who understands the mind games at the line of scrimmage. That two-way experience gives him an edge as a receiver, especially in the slot.
“They are just nervous,” Sabb said of opposing DBs. “As soon as they line up, they know it’s going to be a long day.”
A Family Legacy - But His Own Journey
The Sabb brothers have been winning together since high school, where Amari and his youngest brother, Xavier, helped Glassboro to back-to-back state championships. Now, with Amari heading to Alabama, that sibling connection continues - but with a clear message: this isn’t about following anyone’s footsteps.
Keon made that clear to Amari. And now, Amari is passing that same advice down to Xavier, a five-star recruit in the 2027 class who’s already drawing national attention.
“At the end of the day, he’s his own person,” Amari said. “Me and Keon are obviously going to the same school, but at the end of the day, he’s him.
He’s his own person. Do what feels best for him and don’t just make a choice because you got family at one school.”
That’s the kind of maturity and leadership Alabama is getting in Amari Sabb - not just a playmaker, but a player who understands the bigger picture.
What’s Next
With Derrick Nix now leading Alabama’s wide receivers room, there’s a fresh opportunity for players like Sabb to make their mark. The program has a long history of developing elite receivers, and Sabb sees a fit - both in the system and in the culture.
He’s already been told what it takes. Keon didn’t sugarcoat it.
“He just tell me it’s not going to be easy,” Amari said. “I have to work as hard as I ever have.”
That kind of mindset, paired with Sabb’s explosiveness and versatility, is exactly what Alabama thrives on. He’s not just another name in a loaded class - he’s a potential difference-maker, and he’s stepping into a program built to maximize that potential.
So while the Sabb name is already known in Tuscaloosa, Amari’s ready to make sure it echoes for his own reasons.