CJ Hampton

Meridian, Mississippi star C.J. Hampton is rated among the nation's top safety prospects. (Photo courtesy of 247Sports)

After losing a commitment from highly-rated safety

on Wednesday, Alabama may have a strong chance of picking up a replacement later this week.

Meridian, Mississippi star

announced on Twitter on Wednesday night that he is no longer committed to Ole Miss. Hampton committed to the Rebels in June of 2012, the summer before his junior year of high school.

The 6-foot-1, 195-pound star is rated the No. 5 safety prospect in the nation by 247Sports and is scheduled to announce his college decision on Friday. Hampton's finalists include Alabama, Arkansas and the Rebels.

Hampton, who also played wide receiver for Meridian, racked up 48 tackles and three interceptions on his way to earning an invitation to the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.

Hampton will announce his decision at 5:30 p.m. Central on Friday.