Alabamas Most Wanted: 11-20
TideSports.com is counting down the top 50 high school players in the state. We'll reveal 10 players each day as we draw closer to some of the biggest prospects in the country. Check back daily!
11. Jamal Couch
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High school: Central-Phenix City
Ht: 6-4 Wt: 215 Pos: LB
Rivals.com rating: 4 stars
What you need to know: Couch recently decommitted from Florida State. He is recruited as a tight end and linebacker.
Considering: Florida State, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisville
Bone says: Couch is a versatile prospect who can play on either side of the ball.
12. Malik Miller
High school: Madison Academy
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 220 Pos: RB
Rivals.com rating: 4 stars
What you need to know: Miller was a four-year starter who rushed for more than 4,000 yards in his career. He suffered a minor knee injury toward the end of the season.
Considering: Auburn commitment
Bone says: Miller is a punishing running back who can carry a heavy work load. He is strong, powerful and patient. He can play several positions at the next level.
13. Jeawon Taylor
High school: Park Crossing (Montgomery)
Ht: 6-2 Wt: 192 Pos: Safety
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Taylor played in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Classic. He is close friends with five-star linebacker Lyndell Wilson.
Considering: Florida commitment
Bone says: Taylor is excellent in coverage and does a great job patrolling the middle of the field. He has range and speed, and does a good job in run support.
14. Shawn Jennings
High school: Dadeville
Ht: 6-1 1/2 Wt: 215 Pos: Safety
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Jennings was having a fantastic senior season before sustaining a fractured kneecap. He will enroll at Alabama in January. His older brother, Anfernee Jennings, is a redshirt freshman at Alabama.
Considering: Alabama commitment
Bone says: Jennings is a great athlete who stared at quarterback and linebacker. He will likely play safety or linebacker at Alabama.
15. Darius Whitfield
High school: St. Paul's (Mobile)
Ht: 6-1 Wt: 268 Pos: Defensive end
Rivals.com rating: 4 stars
What you need to know: Whitfield is the younger brother of Alabama offensive lineman Josh Casher. He played in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Classic.
Considering: South Carolina commitment
Bone says: Whitfield has good speed and quickness off the ball. He has great hands and a hard worker.
16. P.J. Blue
High school: Park Crossing (Montgomery)
Ht: 6-4 Wt: 205 Pos: LB
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Blue originally committed to South Carolina. He had 67 tackles as a senior with six pass break-ups and two interceptions.
Considering: Louisville commitment
Bone says: Blue is a great athlete who can play several positions. He is best suited for safety at the next level. He has excellent speed and tackling ability. He does a great job closing on the ball.
17. Erroll Thompson
High school: Florence
Ht: 6-1 1/2 Wt: 255 Pos: LB
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Thompson had 110 tackles as a senior, 20 tackles for loss and four sacks.
Considering: Mississippi State commitment
Bone says: Thompson can play several positions, including linebacker, defensive end, fullback and H-back. He is very versatile and athletic. He moves really well for his size and does a great job in pursuit.
18. John Broussard
High school: Central-Phenix City
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 165 Pos: CB
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Broussard was invited to the Rivals Five-Star Challenge as a junior. He will participate in the 2016 Under Armour All-America Game.
Considering: Auburn commitment
Bone says: Broussard likes to play press-man coverage and does a great job jamming players on the line. He has long arms, which helps in covering bigger receivers on the outside.
19. Jakori Savage
High school: Baldwin County (Bay Minette)
Ht: 6-5 Wt: 275 Pos: OT
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Savage was a relatively unknown prospect before participating in LSU's camp this summer, where he earned an offer and committed.
Considering: LSU commitment
Bone says: Savage is a raw prospect with a high ceiling. He has great footwork and can get to the second and third level. He does a great job finishing blocks.
20. Xavier Lane
High school: Carver (Montgomery)
Ht: 6-3 Wt:190 Pos: WR
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Lane had a breakout senior season. He hauled in 44 receptions for 795 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Considering: Cincinnati, Jacksonville State, Toledo
Bone says: Lane made a strong statement during his senior season as one of the top pass-catchers in the state. He is a big, physical target. He has fantastic hands and will go up to get the ball.