Weird as shite. He committed to us last night....

Something doesn't smell good....

Alabama lands lineman commit for 2011 class
By Andrew Bone Special to The Tuscaloosa News
Published: Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 12:07 p.m.
Last Modified: Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 12:07 p.m.

The University of Alabama picked up a big commitment Saturday when Spencer Region announced his college decision.

The 6-foot-6, 350-pound prospect from Cullman High School is a member of the Scout.com 300 watch list for the class of 2011.

"I am going to Alabama," Region said. "My family knew that's where I wanted to go. They thought it was a good idea. Coach (Nick) Saban said to commit if I wanted to.

"Coach Saban was really excited. He said he has big plans for me. I mean a lot to the recruiting class. I am a big offensive lineman who moves well. I am physical, and that's what he loves.

"This is a dream come true. Ever since I was little I have always wanted to run out of the tunnel at Bryant Denny."

Region was in Tuscaloosa last weekend for Junior Day when he picked up a scholarship offer from Alabama.

"I really liked (strength and conditioning) Coach (ScottO Cochran," Region said. "He is probably my favorite coach. I loved every minute I spent with the coaches. Coach (Joe) Pendry (who coaches UA linemen) said he liked me a lot. He said I was a big lineman they can move around. I am physical and can put people in the dirt."

Region starting receiving a lot of attention from college coaches after his junior season when he registered 105 pancake blocks.

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