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Alabama linebacker Qua Russaw commits to Ohio State out of NCAA transfer portal

January 13, 2026

Story byAlabama LB Qua Russaw (Courtesy of UA Athletics)Thomas GoldkampMon, January 12, 2026 at 11:53 PM UTC·2 min readAlabama linebacker Qua Russaw has committed to Ohio State out of the NCAA transfer portal, On3 has learned. Russaw was one of the top defensive options available this cycle. Injuries kept Russaw from producing a ton during the 2025 season. He started three games while appearing in nine, having a much more muted impact than he had in the previous season. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementIn 2024, Qua Russaw played in 13 games for the Crimson Tide.

Alabama linebacker Qua Russaw commits to Ohio State out of NCAA transfer portal

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He logged 36 tackles, 2.5 tackles for a loss, a sack, two interceptions, a forced fumble and two passes defended.
That put him firmly on the national radar. As noted, injuries plagued Russaw’s 2025 season.
He recorded just 14 tackles, a tackle for a loss and a sack. Prior to enrolling at Alabama, Qua Russaw was one of the most sought-after recruits in the country.
He ranked as a five-star prospect and was the No.
27 overall recruit in the 2023 class, according to the Rivals Industry Rankings.

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Alabama linebacker Qua Russaw commits to Ohio State out of NCAA transfer portal

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