The Alabama football program received some positive news on Monday afternoon. Alabama tight end Danny Lewis Jr. has withdrawn his name from the transfer portal and will return to Tuscaloosa, according to On3’s Matt Zenitz.
Lewis Jr.’s career has been interesting thus far. After choosing Alabama over his home state school — LSU, many believed that Lewis Jr. would be a key contributor for the Crimson Tide. That has not happened up to this point. In two seasons, Lewis Jr. has played in 31 games with one start. The Louisiana native has recorded just one catch for five yards.
He has played tight end and special teams for Alabama in each of the last two seasons. He is often used as a blocking tight end. With Lewis Jr. deciding to return, he will likely be competing for the starting tight end spot alongside Josh Cuevas. The two will likely be the top two options for Alabama at the position heading into the spring.
Lewis Jr. has a lot of potential at 6-foot-5 and 255 pounds. He is a well-rounded athlete that can be used as a pass-catcher or blocker. It will certainly be interesting to see how offensive coordinator Nick Sheridan and head coach Kalen DeBoer plan to use Lewis Jr. during the 2025 season. He can become a very valuable player for the Crimson Tide given his experience, potential, and knowledge of the offense.
His decision to withdraw is something that should not be overlooked. Lewis Jr. will play a role in the offense next season whether it be as an in-line blocker, as a receiver, or potentially as a fullback. Alabama fans should be excited to learn of Lewis Jr.’s decision to return to Tuscaloosa.
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Brody Smoot is a team reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can “follow” him on X, via @brodysmoot.
