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Alabama defensive players Justin Hill and Desmond Umeozulu out for South Carolina

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Alabama defensive players Justin Hill and Desmond Umeozulu out for South Carolina

Summary

Alabama will be without defensive players Justin Hill and Desmond Umeozulu for their Week 4 game against South Carolina scheduled for Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Hill is dealing with a lower-extremity injury and is expected to miss several weeks, while Umeozulu has turf toe with an undetermined return timeline. This development presents a challenge for Alabama, especially against a mobile quarterback. The team remains ranked No. 8 nationally and enters the matchup with a 3-0 record following a 50-36 win over Florida State.

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Status Watch

•Justin Hill and Desmond Umeozulu ruled out for Saturday's game
•Alabama faces South Carolina at 6 p.m. CT
•Crimson Tide is ranked No. 8 nationally
•Alabama is 3-0 following a victory over Florida State
•Less-experienced players may step up on defense

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4:08 AMYahoo Sports — Alabama Just Lost Two Defensive Playmakers Before South Carolina Game

What they're saying

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Alabama will be without two key pieces of its defensive front when South Carolina comes to Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday.The Crimson Tide’s first availability report of the week revealed that edge rushers Justin Hill and Desmond Umeozulu have both been ruled out for the Week 4 matchup. Alabama vs. South Carolina Availability Report The Crimson […] The post Alabama Just Lost Two Defensive Playmakers Before South Carolina Game appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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