Russell was named the Gatorade National Player of the Year after signing with the Crimson Tide. He flipped to Alabama after previously committing to SMU. According to the 247Sports composite rankings, Russell was the No. 2 quarterback in the 2025 class.

Jalen Milroe knows exactly what Keelon Russell will get with Alabama football. Milroe's been there, remembering his recruiting process, committing and enrolling with Alabama in 2021 out of Tompkins High School in Katy,

Alabama commit and signee Keelon Russell received the ultimate honor of being named the Gatorade National Football Player of the Year. The quarterback from Dunc