Deontae Lawson

BIRDSEED

Was a two-time captain at Alabama, finishing his career as one of only 16 players in Crimson Tide history to hold the captain title more than once ... Described the experience as a true honor and is super grateful for the growth opportunity ... Had his handprints and footprints cemented outside of Bryant-Denny Stadium at the conclusion of his career for his leadership as a team captain

Began his varsity football career as an eighth grader at Mobile Christian (AL) High School ... Played a multitude of positions in high school: QB, RB, WR, DE, LB and Safety ... Earned Class 3A Lineman of the Year recognition in both his junior and senior seasons, entering college as the No. 2 rated recruit in Alabama for the 2021 class

COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS

Spent five seasons in the collegiate ranks with Alabama (2021-25), playing in 52 games (41 starts) and recording 283 tackles (140 solo), 19 TFLs, 17 PDs, 6.5 sacks, 3 FFs, 3 FRs and 1 INT ... Concluded his career with ranking 10th on the Crimson Tide's all-time tackles list

In 2025, was named a semifinalist for the Comeback Player of the Year Award after returning from a season-ending injury in 2024 ... Earned second-team All-SEC honors after totaling 89 tackles (team-high), 4.5 TFLs, 4 PDs, 2 FFs and 2 FRs, helping Alabama make an SEC Championship game and Rose Bowl appearance