Alabama makes top 5 for 4-star DB out of Texas

Alabama is a finalist for one of the top defensive backs in the country for the class of 2024.

4-star defensive back Cori Gipson announced his final 5 programs on Wednesday afternoon. In addition to the Crimson Tide, Gipson is still considering Clemson, Ohio State, Texas and TCU.

Here’s his announcement:

BREAKING: Four-Star DB Cori Gipson is down to 5️⃣ Schools!

The 6’0 180 DB from Lancaster, TX is ranked as a Top 65 Player in the ‘24 Class

Where Should He Go???https://t.co/y4E9Zr2GYt pic.twitter.com/R3h4pfyfSY

— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) April 12, 2023

He attends Lancaster High School in Lancaster, Texas. He’s listed at 6-foot, 170 pounds.

Gipson is a top target for the Crimson Tide in 2024. He’s currently ranked as the No. 60 overall player and the No. 7 cornerback in the country, per 247Sports Composite rankings. He’s also the No. 10 player from the state of Texas.

The Lone Star State has become an important recruiting foothold for Alabama over the years. The Tide signed 2 players from the state of Texas in the class of 2023.

Alabama is still building up the early stages of its 2024 recruiting class. The Crimson Tide currently have 4 commitments and the No. 19-ranked class nationally, according to 247Sports Composite rankings.

Here are some highlights from Gipson’s junior season: