Four-star ATH Thomas decommits from Tide 

Four-star athlete Justin Thomas (Prattvile, Ala./Prattville) is following his heart.

All he wants is a chance to play quarterback at the next level. This 5-foot-11 and 180-pound athlete committed to Alabama many months ago with the hope at one day becoming the signal caller in Tuscaloosa. But based on recent conversations with the Crimson Tide staff, Thomas thought it would be best to chase his quarterback dreams somewhere else.

“Justin de-committed this morning,” said Jamey Debose, Prattville’s coach. “Alabama told him he was going to play defensive back, and he wants to play quarterback. Alabama was honest with him and hats off to Justin and his family for sticking with what he wants to do. Alabama and Justin left it on good terms and to be honest this is the best on both parties.”

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