JALEN HURTS & DEVONTA SMITH MAKE HISTORY WITH $20 MILLION DONATION TO ALABAMA FOOTBALL AS A TRIBUTE TO THE PROGRAM THAT SHAPED THEIR NFL SUCCESS—ROLL TIDE!
In a monumental gesture of gratitude and legacy-building, former Alabama stars and current NFL standouts Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith have pledged a staggering $20 million to the Alabama football program.
This historic donation, one of the largest ever made by former players, serves as a heartfelt tribute to the Crimson Tide program that helped shape their careers and propelled them to the NFL spotlight.
Hurts and Smith, both instrumental in Alabama’s dominance during their collegiate years, credit the program for instilling in them the discipline, work ethic, and championship mentality that have fueled their professional success. Now, they’re giving back in a major way, ensuring future generations of Alabama athletes have the same resources and opportunities that helped them thrive.
“This program means everything to us,” said Hurts, the Philadelphia Eagles’ franchise quarterback and 2022 NFC Champion. “Alabama molded me into the competitor and leader I am today, and this is our way of making sure that legacy continues.”
Smith, a Heisman Trophy winner and Super Bowl contender, echoed the sentiment. “Coach Saban, the staff, and the entire Alabama football family pushed us to be the best versions of ourselves. This is about investing in the future of Alabama football and making sure the next wave of talent has everything they need to succeed.”
The donation will reportedly go toward facility upgrades, NIL resources, and academic programs, reinforcing Alabama’s status as a premier destination for elite athletes. It’s another testament to the program’s impact—not just on the field, but in shaping young men for lifelong success.
With this groundbreaking contribution, Hurts and Smith are cementing their legacy not just as Alabama legends, but as champions of the program’s future.
ROLL TIDE!
