Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell is listed as a game-time decision for the matchup against Vanderbilt due to an ankle injury.
The final injury report released before the game confirmed the status of the signal-caller, “Keelon Russell deemed game-time decision for Alabama vs Vanderbilt,” according to Yahoo Sports.
While Russell is not expected to start, he is anticipated to be available if the team requires his services during the contest.
Instead, Austin Mack is expected to take the field for his first start for Alabama, “Austin Mack start Alabama vs Vanderbilt,” as reported by Yahoo Sports.
Defensive back Chuck McDonald III was the only other player listed as a game-time decision for the Crimson Tide.
Several other players were excluded from the final availability report, including running back EJ Crowell, defensive back Zabien Brown, and offensive lineman William Sanders.
A significant list of players has been ruled out for Alabama, including Jeremiah Beaman, Cayden Jones, Nick Sherman, Desmond Umeozulu, Josh Ford, Mhari Johnson, Casey Poe, and AK Dear.
Vanderbilt also released its final SEC availability report, confirming that Blaze Berlowitz, Edwin Kolenge, Josiah Broxton, Evan Hampton, Daniel Vollmer Jr., Gunner Givens, Aaron Bryant, and Ted Gregoire are out.
The game is scheduled to kick off at 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, and will be broadcast on the SEC Network.
The updated status of the team roster was detailed in a report from The Tuscaloosa News, “Keelon Russell injury update Alabama vs Vanderbilt football,” which provided the comprehensive injury breakdown for both programs.
No additional players were listed as out for Alabama beyond those already identified in the official report.
The team prepares for the upcoming challenge against the Commodores with these roster adjustments in place.