With just days to go before National Signing Day, Alabama is headed toward an eventful climax to the end of the 2008 recruiting class. Currently, five of the Tide's top remaining targets have plans to commit on February 6 the first day of the signing period with one additional target announcing one day before signing day. BamaOnline takes a look at the tentative schedule for signing day announcements among the Crimson Tide's top targets with our Signing Day Decision Tracker.

SIGNING DAY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Name: Eddie Lacy Where: Foley High School When: 11:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Wide Receiver Vitals: 6-4 215 4.48 Rank: 5-star, No. 1 WR Accolades: Despite being hampered by injuries for much of the year still amassed over 1,800 all-purpose yards and 18 scores. On everyone's all-american list and rated as the consensus No. 1 wideout in the nation. Earned Mr. Football in Alabama this season and is a Rivals.com 5-star. Finalists: Alabama, Florida, Florida State, Oklahoma, Texas Tech Thoughts: Jones has been quiet throughout the recruiting process but in his case actions speak louder than words. Tuscaloosa, Tallahassee and Norman were the three cities that hosted him numerous times during the season for unofficial visits and the Tide, 'Noles and Sooners are his top three choices coming down the stretch. Has said that he is looking for a good young quarterback to spend his career with, and each of his three finalist will have that with Alabama's commitment of Star Jackson, FSU's commitment of E.J. Manuel and Sam Bradford who will be a sophomore at Oklahoma.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Julio Jones

Name: Trent Richardson Where: Gadsden City High School When: 2 p.m. Central Time Position: Linebacker Vitals: 6-2 220 4.58 Rank: No. 3 OLB Accolades: Racked up an amazing 140 tackles and 19 sacks during his senior campaign while earning 1st team all-state honors. Harris is a member of the Rivals100 and is rated a four-star prospect and the nation's No. 34 overall player by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, Clemson, Tennessee, USC Thoughts: Harris is another player who has kept his cards close to the vest but there has been a lot of speculation Auburn has fallen out of favor with the star. USC is likely too far from home and Clemson could be the darkhorse. Tennessee was added late to the mix. Harris has decided not to talk until his press conference so look for a lot of speculation leading to his decision. Harris has visited Alabama numerous times unofficially during the recruiting process.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Jerrell Harris

Name: Kendall Kelly Where: Lincoln (Fla.) High School When: 11:00 a.m. Central Time Position: Cornerback Vitals: 6-1, 175, 4.5 Rank: No. 8 CB Accolades: Another in a long life of Lincoln prospects to draw national attention. Bryant has been on the mind of college recruiters since his sophomore season. He is a Rivals100 member and is rated a four-star prospect and the nation's No. 8 overall cornerback. Finalists: Alabama, LSU, Florida, FSU, Miami, USC Thoughts: Bryant has been quiet since the summer about his recruitment and even went so far as to keep his official visits hush-hush to the last moment. Saban and his defensive back reputation has UA in the mix but Miami or FSU will be tough to beat especially the Seminoles who seemingly never lose a player from the Lincoln pipeline that they want. Reportedly had a good visit to Alabama, but the Tide has work to do to land the star.

PROSPECT VIDEO: T.J. Bryant

Name: Dre Kirkpatrick Where: Huffman High School (Birmingham, Ala.) When: 10 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive Tackle Vitals: 6-4 277 4.78 Rank: 3-star, No. 28 DT Accolades: Dareus is one of the more productive players in the nation with 18 sacks as a junior and 20 more as a senior. Grades scared off some of his early suitors but he has seen the interest pick-up with a recent 18 ACT score. He is rated the nation's No. 28 overall defensive tackle. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, Marshall, North Carolina Thoughts: It was thought that Dareus would give a verbal to Alabama on his official but he decided to instead take three more visits. The Tide is still in good shape especially considering he and his parents want him to stay close to home. His visit to UNC went well but the distance could be a factor as he has several family members battling illnesses. Still has work to do with his GPA but is in striking range.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Marcel Dareus

Who: Patrick Patterson Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Rueben Randle Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Bobbie Massie Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Brandon Moore Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Fletcher Cox Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Ed Stinson Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Tana Patrick Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Barkevious Mingo Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Janzen Jackson Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Greg Reid Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Darren Myles Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

Who: Marsalis Teague Where: Fort Dorchester High School When: 9:30 a.m. Central Time Position: Defensive End Vitals: 6-5 245 4.8 Accolades: Had a strong junior season totaling 80 tackles and nine sacks. He was off to a good start to his senior campaign before a medical scare cut his year shot. He is rated a four-star prospects and the nation's 4th best pass rusher by Rivals.com. Finalists: Alabama, Auburn, North Carolina. Thoughts: Alabama had an early lead in December with Saban the first coach to guarantee his offer despite a medical scare. Auburn and North Carolina hosted Quinn in January and made up ground on the Tide. Right now, Quinn could choose any of the three schools but the Tar Heels might offer the best of both worlds with him able to get out of state but still be close enough to home. But UA and AU are still in the running with the Tigers possible ahead of the Tide. He has recently reported that he will announce on Signing Day.

PROSPECT VIDEO: Robert Quinn

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