Osani Gayles commits to Alabama over Washington, Tennessee, and Stanford
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 7:34 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Four-star wide receiver Osani Gayles has committed to Alabama, choosing the Crimson Tide over Washington, Tennessee, and Stanford. Gayles, currently at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, appreciated the championship environment in Tuscaloosa and believes Alabama offers the best opportunities for his development. His decision was solidified through multiple visits and conversations with coaches, particularly new position coach Derrick Nix. Gayles aims to make an early impact in the SEC, which he considers vital for his growth as a player.
- •Gayles is ranked No. 52 in the Rivals Industry Ranking.
- •He made four trips to Alabama before deciding.
- •Gayles emphasized the importance of competition in the SEC.
- •He expressed confidence in the coaching staff's ability to develop talent.
- •Gayles chose Alabama for its culture and opportunity to contribute early.
- 9:11 PMESPN — ESPN 300 wideout Gayles chooses Crimson Tide
- 7:34 PMYahoo Sports — 4-star WR Osani Gayles commits to Alabama: ‘It’s definitely a championship environment’
"Alabama has added an elite playmaker to its recruiting class in four-star wide receiver Osani Gayles. The California native, who now stars at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., chose Alabama over Washington after also giving serious consideration to Tennessee and Stanford. Ranked No. 52 in the Rivals Industry Ranking, Gayles ultimately believed Tuscaloosa offered the […]
"Alabama's thin 2027 recruiting class received a needed jolt Saturday when the Crimson Tide secured a commitment from four-star pass receiver Osani Gayles.
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External links- ESPNJun 27, 2026, 9:11 PMESPN 300 wideout Gayles chooses Crimson Tide
Alabama's thin 2027 recruiting class received a needed jolt Saturday when the Crimson Tide secured a commitment from four-star pass receiver Osani Gayles.
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 7:34 PM4-star WR Osani Gayles commits to Alabama: ‘It’s definitely a championship environment’
Alabama has added an elite playmaker to its recruiting class in four-star wide receiver Osani Gayles. The California native, who now stars at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., chose Alabama over Washington after also giving serious consideration to Tennessee and Stanford. Ranked No. 52 in the Rivals Industry Ranking, Gayles ultimately believed Tuscaloosa offered the […]
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