Josh Underwood Joins Alabama as Walk-On | Alabama Crimson Tide Football News

Alabama’s defense just got a massive boost with the addition of Josh Underwood, a 6’2”, 315-pound defensive lineman from UAB who’s now officially on the Crimson Tide roster. A Birmingham native and Fultondale alum, Underwood didn’t play last season as a freshman but returns this year with four years of eligibility remaining — and a dramatic backstory: he was stabbed by a teammate in November while trying to stop a fight, but has since recovered and is ready to compete. Walking on without scholarship, he joins a loaded defensive line group that’s already added nine other players — including six transfers — under coach Freddie Roach. With Alabama’s next big test against Kentucky looming on September 12, fans will be watching closely to see if Underwood can make his mark on the field. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1dd9ecd0389040a6