The college football world is in full meltdown mode after one of the most jaw-dropping flips in modern recruiting history: a 7-foot-4, 410-pound offensive lineman — widely referred to by scouts as the “human skyscraper” — has flipped his commitment from Georgia to Alabama in a move that’s sending shockwaves across the SEC and beyond.
And if his size didn’t already make headlines, his staggering 40-yard dash time of 4.89 seconds certainly did. Yes, you read that right — a 7’4”, 410-lb lineman running sub-5.0 is something previously thought only possible in video games.
Nicknamed “Tank”, Samson Faumui (name used for narrative — adjust if needed) is a generational talent out of Honolulu, Hawaii, with freakish athleticism, ballet-like footwork, and a wingspan that eclipses 90 inches.
Originally committed to the University of Georgia, where he was projected to be a multi-year starter, Tank shocked recruiters on Tuesday by flipping to Alabama, citing the program’s offensive development and legacy of NFL linemen.
“It wasn’t just about football,” Tank said. “It was about where I saw myself growing as a man, a leader, and a competitor. Coach DeBoer showed me a vision I couldn’t ignore.”
This flip marks yet another win for Kalen DeBoer’s surging recruiting machine, already ranked in the top 3 for the 2025 class. Tank Faumui becomes the largest player ever signed by Alabama, and possibly the most physically gifted offensive lineman in recent memory.
Coaches expect him to compete immediately for playing time — and with his rare combination of size and speed, he could be a first-round NFL Draft lock by the time he’s draft eligible.
Social media has exploded with reactions from stunned fans:
- “A 7’4” lineman with a 4.8 40? That’s Thanos in cleats.”
- “Kirby Smart’s phone probably melted.”
- “Nick Saban may be gone, but Alabama still eating.”
This commitment flip not only changes Alabama’s offensive line outlook — it changes the tone of the SEC arms race. With a 7-foot-four juggernaut now suiting up in crimson, the message is clear:
