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Former Wisconsin basketball star receives crystal ball to transfer to Big Ten rival

What would your reaction be to AJ Storr committing to Illinois?

Former Wisconsin Badgers star guard A.J. Storr received a 247Sports crystal ball prediction to choose Illinois.

Storr entered the transfer portal after Wisconsin’s season-ending NCAA Tournament loss to James Madison. He also entered the NBA draft while maintaining his eligibility, though a return to college seems the more likely conclusion.

Related: Tracking Wisconsin basketball’s reported transfer portal visits and targets

Storr averaged 28.8 minutes, 16.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.9 assists and 0.6 steals in his one year with the Badgers. He was the engine of Wisconsin’s offense for much of the season, especially the team’s run to the final of the Big Ten Tournament.

A possible transfer to Illinois would mean three colleges in as many seasons for Storr. It would also mean seven schools in seven years dating to high school.

Illinois needs help on the wing entering 2024-25: Terrence Shannon Jr. is out of eligibility. Storr’s fit makes sense: He originally committed to the Illini out of high school before flipping to St John’s.

Wisconsin, meanwhile, is looking to find Storr’s replacement in the transfer portal. The Badgers are in pursuit of several of the portal’s top forwards as both Storr and Tyler Wahl’s production needs to be replaced.

For more on Wisconsin’s roster and transfer portal activity, check out Badgers Wire’s ongoing 2024 transfer portal tracker.

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Former Wisconsin outside linebacker commits to a Mountain West school

Former Wisconsin outside linebacker commits to Mountain West school

Former Wisconsin linebacker Kaden Johnson announced his transfer commitment to Nevada earlier today.

Johnson had entered the portal on January 5th. He had previously joined the Wisconsin program as a four-star recruit and No. 1 player from Minnesota in the class of 2020. His career in Madison ended up being largely uneventful, as he recorded only 29 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss and one sack in his three years of playing time.

The veteran linebacker joins a Nevada program that is fresh off consecutive 2-10 seasons under head coach Ken Wilson. Wilson was fired at the end of the 2023 season, leading to the recent hire of Jeff Choate to lead the program.

Johnson is one of numerous Wisconsin defenders to enter the transfer portal this season. There are now only three — OLB Ross Gengler, CB Amaun Williams and DE Tommy Brunner — that are yet to commit to a new school.

Former five-star Wisconsin offensive tackle commits to a Big Ten rival

Former five-star Wisconsin offensive tackle commits to a Big Ten rival

Former Wisconsin offensive tackle Nolan Rucci committed to Penn State earlier today. He had entered the transfer portal just two days ago, so no time was wasted in finding a new home.

Rucci was a five-star recruit in the class of 2021, ranked as the No. 17 player in the entire class, No. 5 offensive tackle and No. 1 recruit from the state of Pennsylvania. His older brother, Wisconsin tight end Hayden Rucci, recently opted out of the ReliaQuest Bowl to prepare for the 2024 NFL Draft.

He commits to a Penn State program where his father, Todd Rucci, played during the 1990s. The connection was an easy one to make, as Penn State was a top contender during his high school recruitment a few years ago.

The former top recruit finished his Wisconsin career without much on-field action, though did catch the Badgers’ game-winning touchdown at Illinois.

Wisconsin adds another defensive piece in the transfer portal

Wisconsin adds another defensive piece in the transfer portal

Wisconsin continued its work in the transfer portal yesterday, this time adding a commitment from former Northern Iowa inside linebacker Jahsiah Galvan.

Galvan played two years for the Panthers. His 2023 season included 77 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, one forced fumble, one interception and Phil Steele Freshman All-American First Team honors.

He joins a Wisconsin inside linebacker room with plenty of snaps available after Jordan Turner’s departure to Michigan State.

Galvan is Wisconsin’s seventh addition in the transfer portal this offseason. The portal class now ranks No. 28 nationally, paired with a high school class that finished No. 23 after the last-minute addition of DL Ernest Willor Jr.

Wisconsin lands a high-ceiling transfer wide receiver

Wisconsin lands a high-ceiling transfer wide receiver

Wisconsin landed a commitment from former Michigan State transfer wide receiver Tyrell Henry yesterday.

The commitment is the Badgers’ sixth in the portal this cycle, and it should not be close to the last.

Henry was a three-star recruit in Michigan State’s class of 2022, ranked as the No. 90 wide receiver and No. 17 recruit from the state of Michigan. Wisconsin was not on his offer list, but Luke Fickell did extend an offer when he was still at Cincinnati.

The transfer wideout caught 24 passes for 195 yards and three touchdowns this season, and also added 12 kick returns for 205 return yards and 13 punt returns for 89 punt return yards. He is an athlete that can make in impact immediately in Madison, whether it’s at wide receiver or on special teams.

Alabama lands former Mississippi State commit, 2024 TE Jay Lindsey

2024 tight end Jay Lindsey announced his commitment to Alabama on Tuesday. Lindsey had previously been committed to Mississippi State.

Alabama received some good news on Tuesday as 2024 tight end Jay Lindsey announced his commitment to the Crimson Tide. Lindsey had been committed to Mississippi State for over four months before de-committing on Aug. 26.

Lindsey plays for Patrician Academy in Butler, Alabama. Interestingly enough, Lindsey competes in the AISA, which is separate from the AHSAA. Meaning, he competes against other private schools within the association as opposed to facing public schools. The last player that Alabama recruited out of the AISA was tight end O.J. Howard.

Lindsey is the second tight-end commit for the Crimson Tide in the 2024 class. The other is four-star Caleb Odom. Alabama’s coaching staff sees Odom as more of a pass-catcher while Lindsey is viewed more so as an in-line blocker.

Alabama had been working hard to get Lindsey on board. Now, the Alabama native is part of a recruiting class that ranks among the best in the country for the 2024 recruiting cycle.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Jay Lindsey’s recruiting profile.

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BREAKING: Alabama lands commitment from 2024 4-Star LB Cayden Jones

2024 linebacker Cayden Jones announced his commitment to Alabama on Friday afternoon. Jones chose the Tide over other schools like North Carolina State, Tennesee, and South Carolina.

2024 linebacker Cayden Jones announced his commitment to Alabama on Friday afternoon. Jones recently took an unofficial visit to Tuscaloosa on April 14.

Jones plays for Christ School in Arden, North Carolina. As a junior, Jones tallied 50 tackles, three tackles for loss, and two fumble recoveries. The interesting thing to note regarding Jones is that he has been playing for the school’s varsity football team since he was in the eighth grade.

When asked by On3’s Hayes Fawcett on why he chose to commit to the Crimson Tide, he had this to say:

“Alabama had been the front runner for me before they even offered me. Getting on campus was really important because I got to see the Alabama standard.  It just felt right being on campus and talking with the Coaches. Coach Cox and Coach Bala weighed in a lot in my decision because of our relationships. Both of those guys are great men and that’s who I want to push me.”

Jones joins a recruiting class that currently has six commitments. He is joined by five-stars Julian Sayin, Jaylen Mbakwe, and Perry Thompson as well as four-stars Sterling Dixon and Rico Scott.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Cayden Jones’ recruiting profile.

Alabama lands 2023 four-star OT Olaus Alinen

Alabama gains a MASSIVE commitment from one of the most sought after OL in the 2023 class!

Nick Saban and his Crimson Tide are off to a dominant start on the 2023 recruiting trail, and things continue to heat up with a commitment from four-star OT Olaus Alinen.

Alinen is a 6’6, 315-pound elite lineman from The Loomis Chaffee School in Windsor, CT. He is the No. 14 offensive tackle in the class and was also heavily recruited by Ohio State, UGA and Miami. Alinen was also in Tuscaloosa the same weekend as the recent QB commit, Eli Holstein.

This was a key commitment for Alabama, as Alinen’s interest in the Crimson Tide had seemingly wavered, with predictions of him leaning toward Miami surfaced in the last few weeks.

He announced his commitment via Twitter.

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Five-star OT Francis Mauigoa picks Miami over Alabama, others

Alabama misses out on five-star offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa.

Happy Fourth of July Tide fans! I hope everyone is enjoying their Independence Day on this beautiful Monday.

Today has already been a busy day for [autotag]Nick Saban[/autotag] and his staff in Tuscaloosa as the Tide was able to receive a commitment from four-star offensive lineman [autotag]RyQueze McElderry[/autotag].

Unfortunately for the Tide, Alabama has missed out on five-star offensive tackle [autotag]Francis Mauigoa[/autotag] in favor of the Miami Hurricanes.

Mauigoa picked the Hurricanes over not only Alabama but also USC, Florida, and Tennessee among others.

Despite missing out on Mauigoa, Alabama is still in contention for another five-star offensive tackle in [autotag]Samson Okunlola[/autotag].

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Ole Miss commit Suntarine Perkins enjoys visit to Tuscaloosa

Four-star Ole Miss commit enjoys his visit to Tuscaloosa

Back in January, four-star athlete from the class of 2023 Suntarine Perkins received his official offer from Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Perkins has been committed to his home state Ole Miss Rebels since November but has been taking advantage of trips to other programs.

The talented athlete is fresh off a visit to Tuscaloosa this weekend and from all indications, he really enjoyed his trip.

 

Cooper Petagna of 247Sports has this to say about Perkins as a prospect.

Unverified at 6-foot-3 and 200-pounds, appears to possess an athletic frame with growth potential to add additional weight to his frame. Displays good athleticism in multiple phases of the game with the majority of his snaps coming at the running back position. A downhill inside runner that plays in a triple option offense, Perkins has the ability to project to both a power or zone scheme at the next level.

Flashes above average patience and vision at the line of scrimmage, showing the ability to hit the hole quickly. Displays good short area explosiveness and change of direction ability, flashing some make you miss ability in the open field. Excels on contact, exhibiting excellent play strength and power at the point of attack. Lacks verified times, but appears to possess good play speed and long speed to outrun defenders in the open field.

Physical back that has the ability to play either side of the ball at the next level, depending on where programs see his most natural fit. More than likely projects to an off-ball weak side backer role at the next level on the defensive side of the ball. High upside athlete that can potentially provide value on either side of the ball and on multiple special teams units. Projects as a high level multi-year starter at a Power Five program.”

Crimson Tide defensive coordinator Pete Golding is the primary recruiter for Perkins which leads most to believe that Alabama is projected Perkins to play on the defensive side of the ball in college.

We’ll have to wait and see if Alabama’s efforts will be rewarded with a flip from Perkins.

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