BREAKING: 7’4” Left Tackle Mason Graham Flips Commitment from Georgia to Alabama — Tallest Player in CFB History Joins Kalen DeBoer’s Crimson Tide
Tuscaloosa, AL — June 12, 2025
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the college football world, 7-foot-4, 355-pound left tackle Mason Graham has flipped his commitment from the University of Georgia to the University of Alabama. The towering lineman, who recently ran an astounding 4.5-second 40-yard dash, will now suit up for the Crimson Tide under head coach Kalen DeBoer, instantly becoming the tallest player in the history of college football.
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The Flip Heard ’Round the SEC
Graham, a five-star prospect out of Vista Ridge High School in Texas, had been solidly committed to Kirby Smart and the Bulldogs since November. But according to sources close to the situation, a late official visit to Tuscaloosa changed everything. “It just felt like home,” Graham said in a statement released on X (formerly Twitter). “Coach DeBoer’s vision for the offense, the way they develop O-linemen, and the family vibe—it was everything I was looking for.”
DeBoer, who took over for Nick Saban after his retirement, has already proven himself a recruiting powerhouse, but landing Graham is his biggest statement yet. “He’s not just a freak athlete,” DeBoer told reporters Thursday. “He’s a student of the game. He could anchor our line from Day 1. He’s the kind of guy who changes what’s possible in the trenches.”
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Unprecedented Size, Unbelievable Speed
Standing at 7’4” with an 89-inch wingspan and elite lateral quickness, Graham has been compared to NBA centers and NFL Pro Bowlers alike. Yet his most jaw-dropping stat might be his 40-yard dash time—a verified 4.52 seconds at the Nike Opening Regionals. That’s faster than some tight ends and linebackers.
“He’s not just tall, he’s agile,” said 247Sports analyst Brian DuBois. “He moves like a power forward and finishes blocks like a freight train. It’s not hyperbole to say he’s a generational prospect.”
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The Impact on Alabama
With star tackle JC Latham declaring for the NFL Draft, Graham’s arrival couldn’t be better timed. Analysts expect him to compete for the starting left tackle job as a true freshman—a rarity in the SEC.
Recruiting insiders say Graham’s flip may also influence other undecided elite prospects. “This is a domino,” said ESPN’s Tom Luginbill. “Other top offensive and defensive linemen are going to take notice. When the best big man in the country says ‘Roll Tide,’ it changes things.”
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Georgia’s Reaction
Georgia, still reeling from the news, has yet to issue an official statement, but insiders say the staff was “blindsided.” The Bulldogs will now scramble to reinforce their offensive line class, but replacing a player of Graham’s stature—literally and figuratively—won’t be easy.
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What’s Next for Mason Graham?
Graham will enroll early at Alabama in January, where he’ll enter one of the most competitive strength and conditioning programs in the country. With NFL scouts already projecting him as a top-5 pick in the 2028 NFL Draft, the pressure will be immense.
But if today’s flip proves anything, it’s that Graham isn’t just big—he’s bold.
“Roll Tide,” he posted just minutes after the news broke. “Let’s build something legendary.”
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