Deontae Lawson

Deontae Lawson ranked as the No. 6 linebacker in the country and second-best recruit in Alabama coming out of Mobile (Alabama) Christian School in the Class of 2021. He racked up big numbers – including a 100-plus tackle season in 2019 – during his high school years. Lawson redshirted in 2021 but saw significant time during the 2022 season. He recorded 51 tackles and four pass breakups that season. In 2023, Lawson took control of the starting middle linebacker spot for the Crimson Tide and was named a semifinalist for the Butkus Award. He was also selected as one of the defensive players of the week by the Crimson Tide coaching staff for his play against Middle Tennessee, Texas, USF, Tennessee and Auburn.