Mercer Transfer Shaking Up Alabama Defense | Alabama Crimson Tide Football News

Carmelo O’Neal, a defensive back from Mercer with nine pass deflections and 38 tackles last season, is already making waves as a sophomore at Alabama. Coaches, including defensive coordinator Kane Wommack, were blown away by his film and dubbed him a “sponge” for how quickly he’s absorbed everything. With elite length, athleticism, and a professional mindset, O’Neal’s rapid progress and swagger are earning him serious reps—even ahead of the strong returning secondary. Expect big things from this rising star as he aims to be a key piece for Alabama’s defense in 2026. 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/a07913ed945d6012