Alabama cuts Kirkpatrick after arrest on doxing, threat charges — SkimNews
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- Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. was arrested on charges of doxing and harassing communications, allegedly sending a profanity-laced message to a police officer involved in his 2025 arrest
- Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. allegedly posted a photo of the officer and his family on Facebook with the caption 'Dis him?', leading to the new misdemeanor charges
- Alabama removed Kirkpatrick from the team, with coach Kalen DeBoer stating he is 'not with us' due to violations of team standards
- Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. was previously suspended in October after a 2025 arrest on charges of reckless endangerment, attempting to elude, and speeding, and did not play for the rest of that season
- Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. faces an additional June misdemeanor charge for leaving the scene of an accident, compounding his legal and disciplinary issues
- Kirkpatrick had rejoined the team in the spring and played in every game this season before last Saturday, recording four tackles as the Crimson Tide's second-string inside cornerback
Why it matters: Kirkpatrick’s repeated legal issues and subsequent removal from Alabama’s roster undermine team discipline and spotlight ongoing accountability challenges for college athletes with prior records. His status as a returning player who quickly reoffended raises questions about reinstatement protocols and institutional oversight.
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