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Alabama's Most Wanted: 20-11

Jaylond Adams piled up 34 touchdowns this season and jumped 17 spots in our rankings from this summer.
Jaylond Adams piled up 34 touchdowns this season and jumped 17 spots in our rankings from this summer. (Nick Lucero/Rivals.com)

No. 20 Jaylond Adams  

Previous Rank: 37

Rivals.com ranking: Three-star

High School: Minor (Adamsville)

Ht: 5-10 Wt: 180

Position: Wide receiver

Considering: Illinois, Indiana, UAB, Western Kentucky, Southern Miss

What you need to know: Adams hauled in 76 receptions for 1,502 yards this season. He also had 86 carries for 725 yards. Adams accounted for 34 touchdowns.

Bone says: Adams is one of those players we look at four years down the road and question why the bigger schools never offered. He was extremely productive as a senior.

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Florida can use Blount's Kadarius Toney in several positions.
Florida can use Blount's Kadarius Toney in several positions.

No. 19 Kadarius Toney 

Previous Rank: 15

Rivals.com ranking: Three-star

High School: Blount (Prichard)

Ht: 6-0 Wt: 180

Position: Athlete

Considering: Florida commitment

What you need to know: Toney was a star at quarterback in high school who played slot receiver in the Alabama/Mississippi All-Star Classic. He will enroll at Florida in January.

Bone says: Toney was one of the best overall athletes this year. He has incredible quickness and athleticism. The Gators plan to use him in a variety of ways.

Chadarius Townsend will arrive at Alabama in January and participate in spring practice.
Chadarius Townsend will arrive at Alabama in January and participate in spring practice. (Rivals.com)

No. 18 Chadarius Townsend  

Previous Rank: 16

Rivals.com ranking: Four-star

High School: Tanner

Ht: 6-0 Wt: 180

Position: Athlete

Considering: Alabama commitment

What you need to know: Townsend signed a financial aid-agreement with Alabama earlier this month. He will enroll in January.

Bone says: Townsend is a tremendous athlete who ran the show at quarterback for his high school team the last three years. He expects to play receiver for Alabama, but could make a move to the defensive backfield.

Alec Jackson hasn't made a commitment yet but is considering several SEC schools.
Alec Jackson hasn't made a commitment yet but is considering several SEC schools. (Rivals.com)

No. 17 Alec Jackson    

Previous Rank: 19

Rivals.com ranking: Three-star

High School: Jeff Davis (Montgomery)

Ht: 6-5 Wt: 270

Position: Defensive end

Considering: Auburn, Florida, Ole Miss, Southern Cal

What you need to know: Jackson had 60 tackles, seven sacks, five pass deflections, nine tackles for loss and two forced fumbles in 2016.

Bone says: A big-bodied end who has the athletic ability to play inside or outside, Jackson is quick off the ball and plays with aggression.

Malcolm Askew was athletic enough to play several positions at McAdory but will move to defense at Auburn.
Malcolm Askew was athletic enough to play several positions at McAdory but will move to defense at Auburn. (Nick Lucero/Rivals.com)

  No. 16 Malcolm Askew    

Previous Rank: 12

Rivals.com ranking: Four-star

High School: McAdory (McCalla)

Ht: 5-10 Wt: 185

Position: Cornerback

Considering: Auburn commitment

What you need to know: Askew participated in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game and will enroll at Auburn on Jan. 8.

Bone says: Askew is another highly talented in-state athlete who has played several skill positions throughout his high school career. He will settle in at cornerback at Auburn.

Noah Igbinoghene was an all-purpose player in high school but will likely play receiver for Auburn.
Noah Igbinoghene was an all-purpose player in high school but will likely play receiver for Auburn. (Rivals.com)

No. 15 Noah Igbinoghene    

Previous Rank: 26

Rivals.com ranking: Three-star

High School: Hewitt-Trussville

Ht: 6-0 Wt: 190

Position: Wide receiver

Considering: Auburn commitment

What you need to know: Igbinoghene hauled in 55 receptions for 712 yards and eight touchdowns in 2016. He added 94 carries for 751 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Bone says: Auburn is getting a player with elite speed and the ability to move around to different positions on offense. He can spread out, line up in the slot or take a handoff in the backfield.

Auburn offensive tackle commit Austin Troxell has suffered injuries but still has a bright future.
Auburn offensive tackle commit Austin Troxell has suffered injuries but still has a bright future. (Intersport)

No. 14  Austin Troxell    

Previous Rank: 6

Rivals.com ranking: Four-star

High School: Madison Academy

Ht: 6-7 Wt: 320

Position: Offensive tackle

Considering: Auburn commitment

What you need to know: Troxell has torn his ACL in back-to-back seasons. He is expected to recover by the time he arrives at Auburn.

Bone says: Troxell is considered a top-five talent in-state, but injuries have set him back. He still has the size, footwork and athleticism to develop into a great player.

Linebacker Will Ignnont drew interest from several schools before committing to Tennessee.
Linebacker Will Ignnont drew interest from several schools before committing to Tennessee. (Rivals.com)

No. 13 Will Ignont    

Previous Rank: 7

Rivals.com ranking: Four-star

High School: Buckhorn (New Market)

Ht: 6-1 Wt: 240

Position: Linebacker

Considering: Tennessee commitment

What you need to know: Ignont had 131 tackles, 22 tackles for loss and nine sacks in 2016.

Bone says: Ignont is a thick linebacker who is big hitter. He can rush the passer and does well filling gaps.

No. 12 Alaric Williams    

Previous Rank: 10

Rivals.com ranking: Four-star

High School: Southside (Gadsden)

Ht: 6-1 Wt: 205

Position: Athlete

Considering: Auburn commitment

What you need to know: Williams is a distant cousin to former Auburn running back Carnell Williams, who was a high school star at nearby Etowah High School in Attalla.

Bone says: Williams has the ability to play on either side of the ball. He has shined at running back since his ninth-grade year, but has the skill to become an elite safety on the next level.

Defensive lineman Neil Farrell jumped 12 spots in our rankings with a strong senior season.
Defensive lineman Neil Farrell jumped 12 spots in our rankings with a strong senior season. (Rivals.com)

No. 11 Neil Farrell    

Previous Rank: 23

Rivals.com ranking: Three-star

High School: Murphy (Mobile)

Ht: 6-4 Wt: 295

Position: Defensive tackle

Considering: LSU commitment

What you need to know: Farrell had 101 tackles, 28 tackles for loss, 13 sacks and 14 quarterback hurries during his senior season.

Bone says: Farrell's stock has continued to climb throughout the year and his best days are ahead of him. He has excellent size, strength and power.

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