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Bird Flies South: Alabama Snapper Enters Portal
6 Jan
Summary
- Junior long snapper David Bird has entered the transfer portal.
- Bird spent one season with Alabama after transferring from Cal.
- He was named to the Mannelly Award Watch List.
Alabama junior long snapper David Bird has entered the transfer portal, marking another significant change for the Crimson Tide's special teams unit. Bird arrived in Tuscaloosa for the 2025-26 season after transferring from Cal, where he played in 25 games.
During his lone season with Alabama, Bird participated in nearly every contest, earning a spot on the Mannelly Award Watch List for his performance. However, the team will need to find a new starter at long snapper for Kalen DeBoer's third season as head coach.
Bird's departure follows the conclusion of the 2025-26 season, which ended with a Rose Bowl loss. He will pursue his senior season at a third collegiate program, as Alabama replaces multiple key starters on special teams.
