Wesley Powell

Wesley Powell

Joined: May 8, 2026

Wesley Powell contributes to a variety of On SI college sites including Alabama Crimson Tide On SI. "My passion is covering college sports with an emphasis on football recruiting." Powell is based in the Atlanta area. He previously was an intern at Score Atlanta, and at one point created and ran his own website.

Southside Selma's Cedrick Simmons (3) runs the ball at Montgomery Academy in Montgomery, Ala., on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. Southside Selma leads Montgomery Academy 22-21 at halftime.

2027 CB commit Darrius White

Jan 1, 2026; Pasadena, CA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen Deboer walks on field before the 2026 Rose Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Indiana Hoosiers at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Elijah Haven, five-star rated quarterback from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, arrives for the 2025 Dabo Swinney Football Camp in Clemson, S.C. Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Nov 29, 2025; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer celebrates with his wife and daughters after Alabama defeated Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News

Recruiting

New 2028 linebacker commit Dustin Henry spoke with Alabama on SI about why he committed to Alabama.

Maplesville's Nehemiah McCary (4) runs the ball during the Class 1A football state championship at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala., on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. Wadley leads Maplesville 18-0 at halftime.

Recruiting

Nehemiah McCary, the top-ranked player in the state of Alabama, spoke with Alabama Crimson Tide On SI after he visited Tuscaloosa.

Recruiting

Justin Merriman talked with Alabama Crimson Tide on SI about what it means to get an offer from the Crimsno Tide.

April 7, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Head coach Kalen Deboer directs players during Spring Practice at the University of Alabama.

Recruiting

2028 linebacker Dustin Henry committed to Alabama.

Glassboro junior Xavier Sabb was named Most Valuable Player in a 36-20 win over Haddonfield at the Battle at the Beach. August 30, 2025

Recruiting

This past weekend was the first weekend official visits were allowed, and Alabama targets were busy all across the country.

Lawrence North High School sophomore Monshun Sales (1) makes a reception for a 38-yard gain during the first half of an IHSAA Class 6A Regional Championship game against Brownsburg High School, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at Brownsburg High School.

Recruiting

Official visit season is about to get underway, and the first wave of recruits will arrive in Tuscaloosa soon. Here is what you need to know about the prospects.

Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Dijon Lee Jr. (5) against the Oklahoma Sooners during the CFP National Playoff First Round at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Recruiting

With the college football season approaching, Alabama on SI took a deep dive into each projected defensive starter's recruiting ranking in high school.

Junior safety Gabriel Osborne Jr. participates in a drill during football practice at Mustang High School in Mustang, Okla., on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025.

Recruiting

Here are four defensive back recruits that Alabama fans should keep an eye on heading into the offseason.

Alabama Wide Receivers Coach Derrick Nix and 2028 Recruit Madoxx Davis

Wide receiver Madoxx Davis spoke with Alabama Crimson Tide on SI about his visit to Tuscaloosa during the spring.

Apr 11, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer calls a play during the Alabama A-Day spring football scrimmage game at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images

Three-star safety MJ Burnett spoke with Alabama on SI about where the Crimson Tide stand with him.

Prince Che

Four-star Prince Che spoke with Alabama Crimson Tide On SI about his recent offer from the Crimson Tide.

Tai Phillips at Cape Fear football practice on Thursday, July 31, 2025.

2027 three-star running back Tai Phillips has been going viral for his jaw-dropping speed at an Under Armour All-American camp.