Alabama just made Wisconsin’s pursuit of Kingston Allen a lot more complicated

Almost all die-hard Wisconsin Badger fans have become well accustomed to the name Kingston Allen. The 2027 tentative Badger commit is one of the most productive running backs in recent memory among high schoolers, shattering seemingly a new record every time he steps on the gridiron.

The only issue for Wisconsin fans is that Allen has yet to sign, which under normal circumstances would be far from an issue. However, over the past handful of weeks, Allen has picked up real steam in the national recruiting sphere.

Changing of the tide?

The two most recent offers are especially damning, as he has picked up offers from the bluest of blue blood schools in Ohio State and, most recently, Alabama. Allen still remains a hard commit to Madison, even taking a visit to the school for its most recent home game against USC.

Very thankful to receive an offer from The University of Alabama. I’m grateful for every opportunity and everyone who has supported my journey. pic.twitter.com/NsaOgQuK47

— Kingston Allen (@KingstonAllen17) October 30, 2026

As of now, there are no signs of Allen entertaining any of these offers beyond accepting them, but the fact that he is still weighing his options is a bit disheartening for Badger fans. That said, there should be no blame put upon him for taking a look at what’s out there.

Allen has only recently come into the national media sphere, as he has made himself impossible to ignore. He has racked up 2,797 yards and 54 touchdowns in just 10 games, placing him on pace to beat his 3,436-yard, 57-touchdown totals from a year ago…

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