Jake Fromm to Alabama: Crimson Tide Land 4-Star QB Prospect

Alabama head coach Nick Saban already has added another key piece to his 2017 recruiting class, landing star quarterback Jake Fromm to his list of incoming talent. 

According to Hank South of BamaOnline.com, Fromm announced his decision Saturday while on an unofficial visit for the Crimson Tide's game against Arkansas. 

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Fromm is the Tide’s first quarterback taken in the cycle and the eighth overall commitment in the class. Fromm was recruited by offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin. The Peach State quarterback was offered by the staff in April after an unofficial visit and recently visited campus for the Ole Miss game.

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Fromm described the environment at Bryant-Denny Stadium for the Mississippi-Alabama game as "incredible" in the report. 

According to 247Sports' official scouting report, he is listed at 6'3" and 220 pounds, is rated a 4-star pro-style quarterback and is the No. 9 player at the position in the 2017 recruiting class. 

Per 247Sports' team rankings, the addition of Fromm moves Alabama into the second spot, behind Ohio State, with eight commitments all rated 4-stars or better thus far. 

The addition of Fromm is also significant for the Crimson Tide because they have questions at quarterback right now. Jake Coker has been erratic this season after taking over for Blake Sims. The team does have dual-threat quarterback Jalen Hurts arriving next year, but Saban's offense has traditionally favored a pocket passer. 

While Fromm's arrival is off in the distance for Alabama fans, few head coaches in the country are better at building future depth than Saban. He's been able to address a key position early and can use that to sell other high-profile skill position players on what this offense will look like soon.