The #1 Sophomore Linebacker In Alabama: Eric Winters

Eric Winters is a 4 Star recruit who plays Linebacker at Enterprise High School. Winters is ranked as the 95th best recruit in the class of 2025 and is ranked as a top 15 Linebacker in the class as well. In addition, Winters is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Alabama and is listed as the #1 Linebacker in the state of Alabama. He holds offers from schools such as Georgia, Clemson and LSU.

Who are some role models in your life?

My mother is my role model.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

YoungBoy

What are the strengths of your game?

My versatility is my biggest strength.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Beating Baker in the first round of playoffs

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

Mykel Johnson is the best player I’ve played with and against.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Just keep your head down and keep working.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Paris

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

About 6 or 7 years old

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

LeBron James

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

The Cavs coming back from down 3-1 in the NBA Finals