Five-Star OT Ty Haywood Enters Transfer Portal, Eyes Return to Alabama
Ty Haywood is a 6'5", 316-lb freshman offensive tackle from Denton, TX who was Michigan's top 2025 recruit—a five-star OT ranked as the nation's top uncommitted prospect before signing [1][7]. His primary differentiator is elite size and pedigree as a former Alabama pledge who flipped to Michigan, then entered the transfer portal in mid-2026 to rejoin Alabama [2][5][8]. While he hasn't posted significant game stats as a freshman, his intensity, recruiting hype, and fit as a developmental power OL make him a high-upside target for teams needing a future anchor on the edge. Injury history is not publicly reported, but his rapid portal movement suggests strong confidence in his readiness to compete immediately [2][3]. He's a great fit for teams prioritizing long-term OL development with NFL-caliber traits.
