MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. — Alabama commit Keelon Russell has been topped Elite 11 Finals MVP.
After a stellar efficiency throughout the three-day occasion, the four-star prospect from Duncanville (Texas) was the highest performer among the many 20 contributors at Mira Costa Excessive College, shining brightest within the 7-on-7 portion of the competitors Thursday with 5 touchdowns. Russell additionally impressed within the preliminary exercise Tuesday night time and had a robust exhibiting within the VICIS pro-day exercise.
Russell flipped to the Crimson Tide from SMU earlier this month. He led Duncanville to a 14-1 file and its second-straight Texas 6A D-1 state title in 2023, finishing 72 % of his passes for 3,483 yards with 38 touchdowns and three interceptions.
Alabama additionally had the MVP final summer time when then-commit Julian Sayin took dwelling the honors. He transferred to Ohio State following the departure of coach Nick Saban. Tua Tagovailoa is one other outstanding Alabama product who was a former Elite 11 Finals MVP.
Essentially the most prestigious quarterback showcase within the circuit each summer time, the Elite 11 Finals supply a glimpse into the subsequent wave of stars. Out of the 32 NFL starters final season, 27 participated in both the finals or a regional occasion. Sixteen of the earlier 17 Heisman Trophy winners competed in both the Elite 11 Finals or a regional, highlighted most just lately by Bryce Younger (2021), Caleb Williams (2022) and Jayden Daniels (2023).