Introducing the class: Jonathan Allen 
January, 9, 2013
Jan 9
2:26
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By
Greg Ostendorf | ESPN.com
Editor's note: This is a series introducing Alabama's 2013 recruiting class that will run through signing day.
With DeMarcus Walker’s recent switch to Florida State, the commitment of defensive end Jonathan Allen becomes that much more important for Alabama.
With DeMarcus Walker’s recent switch to Florida State, the commitment of defensive end Jonathan Allen becomes that much more important for Alabama.
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