At 5-foot-9, 224 pounds, the veteran should serve as a change-of-pace backup option for a running back room that will once again be led by Jam Miller. Alabama suffered a huge transfer portal blow with Justice Haynes leaving for Michigan, so bringing in a similarly built back like Washington to fill the gap is a smart move for Kalen DeBoer's staff.

A few pieces are locked in with LT Overton, Justin Jefferson, Domani Jackson and Deontae Lawson each returning for the 2025 season. A few more have been added through the NCAA transfer portal, pieces like Texas A&M guard Kam Dewberry and Colorado linebacker Nikhai Hill-Green, who are expected to be starters upon arrival.

After a breakout season in which he was the program’s starting right tackle, Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Elijah Pritchett is set to enter the NCAA transfer portal according to reports Saturday night.

Amari Jefferson is a crucial addition for the Vols, who lost five receivers to the portal in December. Jefferson should compete for a starting spot.

The Boston College Eagles football program has picked up Alabama transfer tight end Ty Lockwood out of the transfer portal. “Alabama tight end Ty Lockwood has signed with Boston College, @On3sports has learned,” said On3Sports transfer portal reporter Pete Nakos via X. “Former four-star recruit reunites with QB Dylan Lonergan.”

Amari Jefferson was committed to play for Tennessee baseball out of Baylor School before committing to Alabama football. He transferred to the Vols.

After previously entering the NCAA transfer portal earlier this month, former Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Amari Jefferson has now announced an official commitment to play for the Tennessee Volunteers next season.