Alabama lists five players probable at Vanderbilt
Zabien Brown and EJ Crowell are among the probable players, while Josh Ford and Mhari Johnson are out.
| Kickoff | 12:45 PM ET |
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| Venue | FirstBank Stadium |
| Spread | Alabama -14 |
| Total | 47.5 |
| TV | SEC Network |
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| Streaming | the ESPN app |
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Follow the full play-by-play and box score →Alabama listed defensive back Zabien Brown, quarterback Keelon Russell, running back EJ Crowell, defensive back Chuck McDonald III and offensive lineman William Sanders as probable for Saturday’s game at Vanderbilt.
Brown returned from a lower-extremity injury in Alabama’s 31-13 road win over LSU. He played one half and recorded one tackle. Crowell did not play at LSU after dealing with injuries throughout the season.
Tight end Josh Ford and defensive lineman Mhari Johnson were listed as out against Vanderbilt. Ford is out for the season with an ACL injury.
Crowell’s possible return comes as Alabama tries to revive its running game. The Crimson Tide has not rushed for more than 100 yards in a game since Week 6 against Georgia, though its recent opponents included Tennessee and LSU, two of the SEC’s best defenses.
Vanderbilt ranks 64th nationally in run defense. The Commodores enter the matchup at 4-5 with one SEC victory, earned against Mississippi State this past week.
Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer pushed back on any suggestion that Vanderbilt should be treated lightly. He said his players understand what the Commodores present and were having a good week of practice.
Why it matters
Brown’s probable designation could help Alabama’s secondary after he returned for one half at LSU. Alabama has not exceeded 100 yards rushing since Week 6 against Georgia, Crowell’s availability could aid that running game.
What to watch next
Alabama plays at Vanderbilt on Saturday, when the probable players’ availability and the Crimson Tide running game will come into focus.
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