The five-star prospect, Justice Haynes, left his fans and coaches shocked when he committed to Alabama over Georgia as his father, Verron Haynes, was a former running back of Georgia. Although before committing with Alabama the star RB had offers from major programs such as Ohio State, Florida, and Southern California. Most importantly, in the A-Day game, he impressed not only the fans of Alabama but also the HC, Nick Saban. 

Praising the running back, Saban said “It is really hard to get for guys at running back to be in rhythm and to play a significant number of snaps.” Along with that, he mentioned, ” Justice played really well when he was in the game. Maybe there will be some opportunity for him to make a bigger contribution in the future.” It seems like the effort and dedication of the running back can be beneficial for Alabama in the upcoming battle. However, it is important to know where Haynes’s journey began. Let’s have a look at that.

Starting point of Haynes’ football journey

In his junior season, Justice Haynes was already making waves at Blessed Trinity High School, where his football journey began. With an impressive 5,873 rushing yards and 72 touchdowns to his name, it was clear that Haynes was destined for greatness. But he wasn’t content with just rewriting the record books—he had bigger dreams. To chase them, he transferred to Buford High School, where he embarked on a four-year journey that would solidify his place among the nation’s elite.

At Buford, Haynes was nothing short of unstoppable. He racked up a staggering 7,574 rushing yards and 95 touchdowns, earning him the title of the No. 2 running back in the country, according to 247Sports. His performances were so remarkable that even the legendary Alabama coach Nick Saban couldn’t help but sing his praises throughout the spring, recognizing the star power that Haynes brought to the field.

But Haynes’ story is far from over. As a four-star prospect coming out of Buford, he left behind a team that was on the cusp of making history under coach Bryant Appling—a team that many believed could become the first in the state to win a championship. Now, Haynes has his sights set on an even bigger stage. As he continues to develop, he’s positioning himself as a legitimate NFL Draft prospect, with dreams of a bright future in professional football.

Justice’s achievement till now with the Alabama Crimson Tide

Having an athletic family background helped Justice to understand the significance of the SEC. Because of this, the star athlete is able to make a name at a very early age in the world of sports. Most importantly, in 2019, he earned MaxPreps Freshman All-America accolades. 

Along with that, he participated in the FBU All-American Bowl. Hence, it seems like the hunger for winning is in the blood of this running back from childhood. Currently, he is considered the No. 2 overall player in the state as per 247Sports. Now Haynes is preparing to become a next-level player. Let’s see what he brings to the Crimson Tide this year.