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Alabama’s Ryan Coleman-Williams Undergoes Arthroscopic Knee Surgery

Recovery from arthroscopic meniscus surgery will determine his short-term availability and could alter Alabama’s passing plans.

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Oct 3, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams (1) runs to score a touchdown against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Coleman-Williams underwent arthroscopic surgery on his injured knee, a move reported Saturday by ESPN and confirmed by multiple outlets.
  • Coach Kalen DeBoer said earlier this week that the staff does not expect Coleman-Williams to be on the field while the team evaluates his recovery.
  • The receiver has 23 catches for 415 yards and four touchdowns through six games and is viewed by many evaluators as a 2027 first-round prospect, so his rehab will affect NFL scouting assessments.
  • Alabama has ruled him out for the Tennessee game and will rely on a receiver committee led by Lotzeir Brooks and Rico Scott with tight end Marshall Pritchett used more in the passing attack.
  • Coleman-Williams rose to prominence as a 2024 All-SEC and All-American freshman, saw a dip in 2025, and drew extra public attention this year after a name and number change and a reported engagement, all of which add scrutiny to his recovery and season.