Alabama offensive lineman Olaus Alinen (73) runs drills during Practice at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Saturday, Aug 5, 2023.
Former Alabama offensive lineman, Olaus Alinen has announced he will transfer to Kentucky. Alinen is a former four-star and a native of Finland.
The offensive lineman played three seasons with the Crimson Tide before deciding to enter the portal. He took a redshirt as a freshman. Alinen finished his time at Alabama with 32 games of experience. The majority of the experience came from special teams and as a reserve depth piece on the offensive line.
Alinen is the second former Tide offensive lineman to enter the portal and find a home during the current portal cycle. Joseph Ionata committed to Georgia Tech.
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