Reports: Alabama Football at Wisconsin Injury Updates
The Badgers’ starting quarterback left the game with an injury on the opening drive of the game.
MADISON, Wis.— Alabama football faced its first road challenge of the season at Wisconsin, and the fourth-ranked Crimson Tide emerged victorious, 42-10. However, the team did experience some injuries during the game, affecting defensive back Malachi Moore, Wolf Qua Russaw, and running back Richard Young.
Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer provided an update after the match.
“Malachi took a hit to the head, so we’re going through the necessary protocols with him,” DeBoer stated. “Having a bye week helps. I expect he’ll be okay.”
Russaw left the game at the end of the first half due to a lower leg injury. The redshirt freshman had recorded two tackles before getting hurt. Third-string running back Richard Young played in the second half but also exited with a lower leg injury. DeBoer mentioned that their injuries are similar, and both players will need ongoing evaluation as Alabama prepares for a bye week before their crucial SEC opener against Georgia on Sept. 28.
“It’s definitely beneficial to have a couple of weeks to prepare,” DeBoer noted.
Wisconsin suffered a significant setback early in the game when starting quarterback Tyler Van Dyke left with a suspected knee injury after being tackled by Alabama’s Keanu Koht with 11:00 remaining in the first quarter. Van Dyke quickly headed to the injury tent, was placed on a cart, and taken to the locker room, where he was ruled out by halftime.
Backup redshirt sophomore Braedyn Locke took over at quarterback for Van Dyke. Wisconsin’s offense stalled after Locke entered, but Nathanial Vakos managed to kick a 53-yard field goal, giving Wisconsin a brief 3-0 lead.
This was Van Dyke’s first season as Wisconsin’s starter following four seasons at Miami. He had accumulated 406 yards and one touchdown passing before Saturday’s game, completing 5 of 5 attempts for 19 yards against Alabama before his injury.
In-Game Updates
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According to the FOX broadcast, Russaw, Moore, and Young have all been ruled out.
Alabama running back Richard Young went down early in the fourth quarter and was assisted off the field while unable to put any weight on his right leg/foot.
Moore is now headed to the locker room with Alabama head athletic trainer Jeff Allen. He is no longer wearing his helmet on the sideline, indicating he is likely out for the rest of the game.
Alabama DB Malachi Moore was down on the field with 5:16 left in the third quarter after a collision with teammate Keon Sabb and Wisconsin running back Cade Yacamelli. Although he managed to run off the field on his own, he went straight to the injury tent, suggesting a possible head injury or concussion.
Wolf Qua Russaw from Alabama exited in the final minute of the second quarter with a suspected left ankle injury, having been helped off without bearing weight on his left side.
Wisconsin’s starting QB Tyler Van Dyke left the game with a knee injury during the first drive.
Pregame Updates
Alabama offensive linemen Kadyn Proctor and Elijah Pritchett are warming up and are set to play in the game.