One of Alabama’s biggest concerns this season was wide receiver production. Although the Tide possessed a lot of talent, it seemed like they lacked a true deep-ball threat. On Wednesday, the Tide officially signed 2023 five-star junior college wide receiver Malik Benson.
Benson is ranked as the No. 1 junior college wide receiver in the country, according to 247Sports’ Composite Rankings. He is listed as 6-foot-1, 185 pounds. The Kansas native was a staple at Hutchinson Community College for two seasons in a row.
As a Blue Dragon, he hauled in 102 receptions for 2,206 receiving yards and 21 touchdowns. Those numbers are quite impressive considering that Benson helped lead his team to an NJCAA National Championship appearance this season.
Benson will likely be one of the Tide’s top receiving targets next season. His ability to create separation and cause problems on opposing secondaries will help him see the field early and often. The Alabama coaching staff got a gem with Benson jumping on board.
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— Alabama Football (@AlabamaFTBL) December 21, 2022
Roll Tide Wire will continue to cover Alabama football and the early signing period as more commits sign their national letters of intent.
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