A quarterback from , is set to join the Alabama program under the coaching leadership of Kalen DeBoer. DeBoer has brought some of his former Washington coaching staff to Tuscaloosa, and Mack is now following suit by transferring to the Crimson Tide. Mack, who will enter his second season when officially joining Alabama, holds four years of eligibility. Having redshirted under Huskies starter Michael Penix Jr. last season, Mack has yet to see any collegiate football action, making this move to Alabama significant for his career development.
For the 2024 season, Alabama is expected to retain quarterback Jalen Milroe on its roster, making it less likely for Austin Mack to secure the starting role.
Following Kalen DeBoer’s departure from Washington, several players from the program entered the transfer portal. This included quarterback Will Rogers, who had recently announced his transfer to the Huskies in December but returned to the portal after the coaching changes. Additionally, quarterbacks Dylan Morris and Will Haskell from Washington also entered the transfer portal.
Conversely, Alabama has witnessed an influx of players entering the transfer portal since Nick Saban’s retirement from the program. As of January 18, 28 former Alabama players have made this move.
