Opelika senior DB earns Alabama offer: “It’s always been a dream to have this opportunity”

Jamel Griffin reported an offer from Alabama football on Wednesday.

Griffin is a senior at Opelika High School, and he is a member of the 2027 recruiting class. He is verbally committed to Syracuse at the moment.

The 2027 prospect says having an offer from Alabama is something he has dreamed of.

“It’s always been a dream to have this opportunity,” Griffin told Touchdown Alabama. “It’s a huge blessing to finally get it.”

Griffin is also familiar with the Alabama football program and all the advantages it offers.

“I like the brand of football that Bama plays, and they have all the tools to help me elevate my game,” Griffin said.

The senior plans to be back in Tuscaloosa for a visit when the Tide takes on Auburn.

At 6-foot-1, the defensive back reports a 4.43 40-yard dash. He lines up at safety for Opelika, and his closing speed in open space jumps out when he is flowing downhill and when he is picking up receivers in coverage while patrolling the back end of the Opelika defense.

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