Roughly a year after enrolling early at Alabama, true freshman Sterling Dixon officially entered the transfer portal last week. Now, although the 6-foot-3, 211-pound linebacker has yet to name finalists, it appears the NC State football program and the rival UNC Tar Heels are leading contenders for his services.

According to a report Tuesday from Matt Zenitz of 247Sports, the Alabama Crimson Tide are targeting former player and Tuscaloosa native Jason Jones for an assistant defensive backs coaching role with the program.

The Huskers landed the commitment of former Alabama blocker Elijah Pritchett, a once-heralded recruit who started 12 games for the Crimson Tide last season.

Elijah Pritchett, an offensive tackle from Alabama, has officially committed to the Nebraska Huskers. He has two seasons of eligibility left and stands at 6-foot-6 and 327 pounds. Pritchett was ranked as the No.