In a surprising turn of events, Alabama wide receiver Rico Scott has decided to enter the transfer portal following two seasons with the Crimson Tide. Reports from On3 and ESPN confirmed this development on Sunday.
Scott, who is a redshirt freshman, had a productive season, recording 11 receptions for a total of 98 yards and starting in three games. He was heavily involved in the offense, participating in 249 snaps, a number that ranks him fifth among the wide receivers on the team, and he made appearances in all 15 games throughout the season.
Originally hailing from Pennsylvania, Scott was a highly regarded four-star recruit in 2024. In his freshman year, he played in four games, where he caught five passes for 60 yards and found the end zone once. His coaches noted his skills during both spring practice and fall camp, indicating high expectations for his potential contributions this season.
As of now, Alabama's roster includes five wide receivers, one of whom is Isaiah Horton, currently mulling over the decision to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. The other receivers on the roster include Ryan Williams, Lotzeir Brooks, Derek Meadows, and incoming freshman Cederian Morgan.
Notably, Scott is the fourth wide receiver from the 2025 roster to enter the transfer portal, joining fellow teammates Jaylen Mbakwe, Jalen Hale, and Cole Adams in this move. Additionally, the team will bid farewell to senior Germie Bernard due to the conclusion of his eligibility.
The transfer portal officially opened this past Friday and will remain accessible until January 16, allowing players to explore new opportunities for the next season. For those interested in keeping track of roster changes within Alabama, updates can be found on their transfer portal tracker.
