Alabama’s coaching staff has made it clear that their goal is to sign five or six offensive linemen in the 2023 recruiting class. Thus far, they have commitments from Wilkin Formby, RyQueze McElderry and Olaus Alinen. One uncommitted lineman is offensive tackle, Monroe Freeling. He is the highest-rated recruit from South Carolina.
In May, Freeling released his top-seven schools. Alabama was not one of the schools listed. Nonetheless, there is still interest amongst both parties. This weekend, Freeling will be on campus for an unofficial visit. It will be his first trip to Tuscaloosa since receiving an offer from the Crimson Tide.
As of right now, Clemson holds a commanding lead in his recruitment, according to On3’s RPM. The Tigers are the favorite to land Freeling at 45.9% likelihood. If the Alabama coaching staff can make a good impression, Freeling may reevaluate his top seven. If that were the case, he would likely add Alabama as a finalist.