Alabama vs. Missouri — Injury Report: Williams “Probable,” Mbakwe “Doubtful” in SEC Showdown
The opening injury report ahead of Saturday’s key SEC matchup between Alabama and Missouri has dropped, and while there are some encouraging signs, the Crimson Tide enter the weekend dealing with some notable absences and uncertainties.
🏈Alabama’s Injury Overview
On Wednesday, Alabama released its initial availability list for the road trip to Columbia. Among the names of concern:
WR Ryan Williams — Probable
Williams, one of the more pivotal pass catchers in the Tide’s offense so far this season, is listed as “probable.” �
His presence will be a relief for Alabama given that he has put up solid numbers despite battling minor setbacks. �
That said, the “probable” tag is not a guarantee — it means his participation is more likely than not, but not yet assured.
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WR Jaylen Mbakwe — Doubtful
Mbakwe’s name made its first appearance on the injury report this week, earning a “doubtful” classification. �
Though he’s been on the bubble, his limited usage in recent games has tempered concerns slightly. �
If he cannot go, Alabama’s depth at wide receiver will be tested — though the Tide do have other options to lean on.
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LB Cayden Jones — Out
Jones joins the list of players ruled out for the weekend. �
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Long-term losses already in place
Some injuries are already well-known and season-ending.
LB Jah-Marien Latham – Out for the season due to a neck injury. �
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LB Qua Russaw – Sidelined with a broken foot, expected to be out for an extended period. �
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DL Jeremiah Beaman – Also out for the season with a knee injury suffered earlier in practice. �
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These already-known losses, particularly on defense, put extra weight on the available players to fill roles and maintain consistency.
🔍 Missouri’s Health Status
Missouri also revealed its injury statuses, which could factor into their ability to handle Alabama’s attack:
Kicker Blake Craig — Out
Craig, already out for the season, remains unavailable. �
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QB Sam Horn — Out
Horn is officially ruled out. �
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OL Logan Reichert — Out
Reichert is sidelined for the upcoming weeks. �
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OL Cayden Green — Questionable
The biggest Missouri uncertainty lies with left tackle Cayden Green. Listed as “questionable,” there’s hope for his return. �
Coach Eli Drinkwitz confirmed his listing, noting that Green has been participating in rehab work, but that further updates would come as the week progresses. �
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Green’s availability is especially meaningful: having your starting tackle helps protect the quarterback, sustain the running game, and stabilize the line of scrimmage against Alabama’s pass rushes.
✅ What It All Means Going Into Saturday
Overall, Alabama enters the game with one key wide receiver likely available (Williams) and another (Mbakwe) in limbo. While losing Mbakwe would be a blow, the Tide’s depth and distribution of targets help soften that risk. The bigger concern may lie on defense, where seasoned starters are already out for the year, and backups will need to step up.
On Missouri’s side, the Tigers are coping with forced absences under center, along the line, and in the kicking game. But if Green can return, it would bolster their offensive line — a welcome reinforcement against a relentless Alabama front.
For fans and bettors, the report suggests that Alabama has modest health advantages in the receiving corps, but not by a wide margin. Missouri’s question marks are more pronounced in key positions, making their margin for error smaller. As the week wears on, all eyes will be on the next injury reports, and whether any of these designations shift.
Stay tuned as we continue our coverage with coach & player comments, predictions, and matchup analysis.
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