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Alabama's Aeryn Hampton Exits Team Amid Strong Receiver Depth

9/11/2025

Summary

Story summary

Alabama football wide receiver Aeryn "Bubba" Hampton is no longer with the team, as confirmed by head coach Kalen DeBoer on September 10, 2025.
Hampton, a four-star recruit from the 2024 class, played only 15 snaps last season and did not participate this season.
He has been absent since early fall camp, with no reason given for his departure.
Alabama's wide receiver depth remains strong, with Ryan Williams and Germie Bernard stepping up.
The Crimson Tide will face Wisconsin on September 13, 2025, following a 73-0 victory over Louisiana-Monroe.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, the NCAA revised scholarship rules, enabling programs like Alabama to recruit more players, which intensified competition within their rosters. Aeryn "Bubba" Hampton, a four-star recruit, played only 15 snaps last season, illustrating this shift. As Alabama prepares for their game against Wisconsin on September 13, 2025, the evolving player dynamics may significantly influence their strategies.

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Story summary

Alabama football wide receiver Aeryn "Bubba" Hampton is no longer with the team, as confirmed by head coach Kalen DeBoer on September 10, 2025.
Hampton, a four-star recruit from the 2024 class, played only 15 snaps last season and did not participate this season.
He has been absent since early fall camp, with no reason given for his departure.
Alabama's wide receiver depth remains strong, with Ryan Williams and Germie Bernard stepping up.
The Crimson Tide will face Wisconsin on September 13, 2025, following a 73-0 victory over Louisiana-Monroe.

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