Only a day after a prominent Alabama Crimson Tide offensive player entered the NCAA transfer portal, a notable name on defense has now done the same, as safety DeVonta Smith announced his intentions Saturday afternoon.

An Alabama football defensive starter has entered the NCAA transfer portal. DeVonta Smith, the Crimson Tide 's starting husky, has entered the transfer portal per multiple reports with one season left of eligibility.

Alabama football running back Justice Haynes is entering the transfer portal, a source with knowledge of the situation told AL.com. Haynes is a former five-star running back in the 2023 recruiting class. Nick Kelly is an Alabama beat writer for AL.com and the Alabama Media Group. Follow him on X and Instagram.