Alabama Transfer Center Bulks Up in Offseason

Racin Delgatty looks to replace departed All-American Parker Brailsford at center for the Crimson Tide.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Alabama football is facing the challenge of replacing four starters on the offensive line, including All-American center Parker Brailsford. The Crimson Tide have turned to Cal Poly transfer Racin Delgatty to fill the void at center. Delgatty, who started 12 games at center for Cal Poly last season, has impressed the coaching staff with his offseason work in the strength and conditioning program, putting on size and improving his strength numbers.

Why it matters

The center position is crucial for Alabama's offensive line, as they must replace one of their best players from 2025. Delgatty's ability to step in and command the offensive line will be key to the Crimson Tide's success in the upcoming season.

The details

Delgatty, listed at 6-foot-3 and 301 pounds, is an inch taller and 10 pounds heavier than the departed Brailsford. He started 12 games at center for Cal Poly last season, earning All-Big Sky Second Team honors after allowing just 11 pressures and no sacks over 460 pass-blocking snaps. Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer has praised Delgatty's work in the offseason strength and conditioning program, saying he has "really built himself up" and that the improvements have given him confidence heading into spring practice.

  • Delgatty started 12 games at center for Cal Poly in the 2025 season.
  • Delgatty appeared in 9 games with 8 starts at Cal Poly during his redshirt freshman season in 2024.

The players

Racin Delgatty

A transfer from Cal Poly who is expected to replace All-American center Parker Brailsford at Alabama.

Parker Brailsford

Alabama's best offensive lineman in 2025, who the Crimson Tide must replace on the offensive line.

Kalen DeBoer

The head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team.

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What they’re saying

“He's come in and really built himself up. I think the strength and conditioning program was a big part that he was excited about and he took advantage of that. The last few weeks you could really see him take strides there with his strength numbers. I think that's probably given him some confidence when he steps on the football field.”

— Kalen DeBoer, Head Coach (si.com)

The takeaway

Alabama's ability to replace the production and leadership of All-American center Parker Brailsford will be crucial to the Crimson Tide's success in the upcoming season. The development of transfer Racin Delgatty, who has impressed with his offseason work, will be a key storyline to watch as Alabama looks to rebuild its offensive line.