Quick Info
| Profession | American college football defensive back |
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| Nationality | American |
| Birthplace | Gadsden, Alabama, USA |
Latest News about Dre Kirkpatrick Jr
24/10/2026
Alabama suspended defensive back Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. for violating team rules, a team spokesperson confirmed. He was ruled out of the Crimson Tide's October 24 game against Texas A&M, his first missed game of the 2026 season. Head coach Kalen DeBoer later said the situation went beyond simply missing a game, leaving his immediate future uncertain.
02/11/2025
Kirkpatrick was placed under investigation by the University of Alabama after being arrested and charged with three counts of reckless endangerment, one count of attempting to elude and speeding. He was suspended indefinitely and missed the final seven games of the 2025 season, including the postseason.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. is an American college football defensive back for the Alabama Crimson Tide. He is the son of former NFL cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick Sr. He played high school football at Gadsden City High School in Gadsden, Alabama, where he developed as a defensive back and became a Division I recruit. He joined Alabama as part of its 2024 recruiting class and is listed as a junior for the 2026 season. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
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| Weight | 207 lb (94 kg) |
| Jersey Number | 21 |
| Position | Defensive back (safety) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Gadsden City High School, Gadsden, Alabama |
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| College | University of Alabama (football program, 2024 onward) |
Family
| Father | Dre Kirkpatrick Sr., former Alabama All-American cornerback and NFL cornerback |
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Career
| College | Alabama Crimson Tide (2024 to present) |
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| 2025 Season | Appeared in eight games as a reserve defensive back and on special teams, recording nine tackles, one tackle for loss, and a forced fumble |
| Suspension | Suspended indefinitely in 2025 after being arrested and charged with three counts of reckless endangerment and one count of attempting to elude and speeding; he did not play again in 2025 |
| 2026 Status | Returned to the Alabama roster and practiced with the team ahead of the 2026 season; in October 2026 he was suspended for a violation of team rules and ruled out of the Texas A&M game, and his immediate future with the team was left uncertain |
| High School Recognition | Three-star cornerback out of Gadsden City, earning All-State honors |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is the first and only legacy recruit of Alabama head coach Nick Saban. | |
| 2. He is known locally in Gadsden as "little man." | |
| 3. He plays safety, unlike his father, who was a cornerback. |
