The College Football Playoff is upon us, and the highly anticipated rematch between Oklahoma and Alabama is just around the corner. But amidst the excitement, a key question looms: Will Alabama's star players be healthy enough to make an impact? The injury bug has bitten both teams, but Alabama's situation is particularly intriguing.
The CFP's Thursday availability report has shed some light on the matter, revealing the status of Alabama's tight end, Josh Cuevas. Cuevas, a pivotal player for the Crimson Tide, is listed as 'probable' for the game. This comes as a relief to Alabama fans, who were concerned after Cuevas was initially listed as 'questionable' due to an undisclosed injury.
Here's the full injury report for both teams:
Oklahoma Sooners:
- Gentry Williams (DBG) - Out
- Kendel Dolby (DB) - Out
- Jeremiah Newcombe (DB) - Out
- Troy Everett (DL) - Out
- Jake Maikkula (OL) - Doubtful
Alabama Crimson Tide:
- Kameron Howard (DB) - Out
- Jah-Marien Latham (LB) - Out
- Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. (DB) - Out
- LT Overton (EDGE) - Out
- Kevin Riley (RB) - Out
- Jeremiah Beaman (DL) - Out
- Josh Cuevas (TE) - Probable
- Danny Lewis Jr. (TE) - Probable
Alabama supporters had their worries eased on Tuesday when two crucial players, senior running back Jam Miller and junior center Parker Brailsford, were not listed on the initial report. And the good news continued on Wednesday when Cuevas and Lewis Jr. were upgraded to 'probable'.
Coach Kalen DeBoer expressed optimism about the injured players earlier in the week, stating that they were making good progress and heading in the right direction. This update aligns with his comments, indicating that Alabama's medical staff is doing an excellent job in getting these players ready for the big game.
But here's where it gets controversial: Oklahoma has had Alabama's number in recent years, winning the last two meetings. And with several key Alabama players still questionable, the Sooners might just have the edge once again.
What do you think? Will Alabama's injury woes be their downfall, or will they overcome the odds and defeat their SEC rivals? Share your predictions in the comments below!
