TUSCLOSA, Ala. — Alabama star quarterback Bryce Younger did not begin Saturday evening’s recreation in opposition to Texas A&M as he struggles with a sore shoulder in his throwing arm.
Younger dressed up and was considered one of three staff captains for the sport, however didn’t try any passes throughout the pregame warmup. Shortly earlier than kickoff, Younger was introduced on the stadium because the starter.
Jalen Millero, who scored two touchdowns in Younger’s reduction throughout final weekend’s win in Arkansas, acquired the beginning.
Younger, the Heisman Trophy winner and a possible first-round choose within the following 12 months’s NFL Draft, was injured throughout the first half in Arkansas when he was grappling, and landed on his throwing shoulder.
Saban instructed ESPN on Thursday that there was no structural harm to Younger’s shoulder. Saban mentioned the harm will not be anticipated to depart Younger out for lengthy.
Younger took reps in follow this week however the soccer throw was restricted.
Saban said persistently all through the week that Younger’s availability can be assessed day by day and a choice on whether or not to play can be made in session with Younger and the medical employees.
“He is the one one who is aware of how he feels as a result of that ache can be one thing to bear,” Saban mentioned Thursday. “He is a troublesome child and a terrific competitor. We’ll see the place he’s on recreation day.”
A Texas redshirt freshman, Millroe threw for 65 yards and hit a landing in opposition to Arkansas. He additionally ran for 91 yards and a landing.
No 1 Alabama goes on the street to Quantity 8 Tennessee subsequent Saturday.