Alabama football’s Yhonzae Pierre and Keon Sabb are both currently expected to return to the Crimson Tide next season, per a report from CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz. Both players are eligible to declare for the NFL Draft.
Pierre started at wolf linebacker in 12 games for Alabama in 2025. The Alabama native had a breakout season, finishing the year with 52 tackles, 14.5 tackles for loss and eight sacks.

Sabb started at safety for the Crimson Tide every game this season. He wrapped up the year with 54 total tackles, 2.