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Alabama Loses Latham for Season, Russaw for Extended Stretch at Outside Linebacker

Coaches plan package tweaks with Yhonzae Pierre moving into the lineup for Vanderbilt.

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Aug 30, 2025; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Tommy Castellanos (1) loses his footing against Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Jah-Marien Latham (20) during the second half at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Head coach Kalen DeBoer said Monday that Jah-Marien Latham is out for 2025 with a neck injury and is expected to make a full recovery.
  • Starting outside linebacker Qua Russaw broke his foot at Georgia, will undergo surgery this week, and is out for an extended period but not the entire season.
  • Sophomore Yhonzae Pierre is expected to start at edge, with true freshman Justin Hill set for increased snaps as Alabama reshapes its rotation.
  • Defensive coordinator Kane Wommack said the staff will use creative weekly packages to build depth after losing two experienced players.
  • Latham, a sixth-year veteran and the roster’s lone 2020 national champion, has uncertain medical-redshirt options, and No. 10 Alabama hosts No. 16 Vanderbilt on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT on ABC.