Top-Ranked Quarterback Julian Sayin Transfers to Ohio State from Alabama

Julian Sayin, the number one ranked quarterback in the 2024 recruiting class, has made the decision to transfer from Alabama to Ohio State, according to ESPN. Sayin entered the transfer portal on Friday, making him the 26th player and second signee to leave Alabama since coach Nick Saban‘s retirement announcement earlier this month. Kalen DeBoer from Washington was hired to replace Saban.

“Incredibly excited to join the team here at Ohio State,” Sayin expressed to ESPN. Throughout his entire recruiting process, Sayin held this program in high regard and is looking forward to learning from the talented players and coaches in college football while contributing to the team’s success.

Another top quarterback recruit, Demond Williams Jr., will also be transferring. Williams Jr. will be following coach Jedd Fisch from Arizona to Washington.

Julian Sayin, hailing from Carlsbad, California, enters a crowded quarterback room at Ohio State. Coach Ryan Day recently snagged Kansas State transfer Will Howard from the portal this month. In addition to Howard, the team already has returning quarterbacks Devin Brown and Lincoln Kienholz, as well as the highly regarded Air Noland from Ohio State’s 2024 recruiting class.