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DeBoer Says Alabama Will Be 'Considerably Different' for CFP Opener at Oklahoma

The coach projects a healthier roster within two weeks after key absences in the SEC title game.

Overview

  • No. 9 Alabama will face No. 8 Oklahoma on Friday, Dec. 19 in Norman in the College Football Playoff first round.
  • Kalen DeBoer said the team should look healthier in two weeks, citing multiple starters who missed or left the 28-7 loss to Georgia.
  • Running back Jam Miller is described as the farthest along, with a strong chance to be ready to play at a competitive level.
  • Tight end Josh Cuevas is "on his way" with encouraging signs, and left guard Kam Dewberry and lineman Geno VanDeMark are expected back.
  • DeBoer expects defensive back Zabien Brown and linebacker Justin Jefferson to be available, while LT Overton and Kelby Collins are viewed as optimistic returns and Kevin Riley may be on a tight timeline.