Kahlil Gabaud of Cardinal Newman receives Alabama football offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Kahlil Gabaud, a four-star safety at Cardinal Newman, announced a scholarship offer from Alabama. The rising junior, standing 6-foot-2 and weighing 175 pounds, helped lead the Crusaders to their first state title last season and recorded 51 tackles and six interceptions as a sophomore. Gabaud now has 18 offers, including from Florida State and Notre Dame. Cardinal Newman will begin its state title defense on Friday against Community School of Naples in their regular-season opener.
- •Gabaud is a Class of 2028 prospect rated four stars by 247Sports.
- •He earned 51 tackles and six interceptions last season.
- •Cardinal Newman opens its season on Friday at home against Community School of Naples.
- •He now holds offers from notable programs including Florida State and Notre Dame.
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinal Newman football's Kahlil Gabaud lands Alabama offer
"As a sophomore, Kahlil Gabaud totaled 51 tackles and six interceptions while helping lead the Crusaders to their first football state title.
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