Alabama has obtained a transfer pledge from a former wide receiver at Miami.
The 6-foot-4, 205-pound wide receiver participated in six games for the Hurricanes during the last two years and will transfer to Alabama with two years of eligibility left. As the Crimson Tide’s receiver depth declined, Horton became a crucial option for head coach Kalen DeBoer and his team. He possesses the ability to contribute right away and influence Alabama’s offense.
After finishing high school in the 2022 recruiting class, Horton was considered a 4-star talent based on the industry-created 247 Composite rankings. Despite receiving an offer from Alabama, he ultimately decided to sign with Miami.
He sat out the 2022 season and then started two games while playing in 13 games in 2023, making only 13 catches for 168 yards and scoring one touchdown. In the 2024 season, he was significantly more engaged in the offense, participating in all 12 games and achieving 56 catches for 616 yards and 5 touchdowns. Only Xavier Restrepo recorded more receptions for the Hurricanes this season.
Although Horton did not have a reputation for accumulating substantial yards after the catch, with an average of just 3.6 YAC per reception, he established himself as a dependable option for quarterback Cam Ward. Horton achieved 7 contested receptions from 12 contested targets, as reported by Pro Football Focus, which would have tied him with Ryan Williams for the highest number of contested catches on the Alabama team this season.
A receiving group that includes Horton, Williams, and Germie Bernard could be an exciting combination for next season. Horton is now the fourth confirmed transfer commitment for Alabama.
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