Alabama RB EJ Crowell exits Tennessee game with injury
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 9:05 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Alabama freshman running back EJ Crowell left the game against Tennessee with an apparent injury early in the second quarter on October 17. At the time of his exit, Alabama was trailing 9-0. Crowell had recorded one carry for one yard before leaving the field. He walked off under his own power alongside a team trainer, raising uncertainty about the severity of his injury. Crowell has mainly served as a backup this season and was expected to have an increased role.
- •EJ Crowell left the game early in the second quarter.
- •Alabama was down 9-0 at the time of Crowell's exit.
- •Crowell had one carry for one yard before leaving.
- •He walked off with a trainer, showing no visible limp.
- •Crowell has been a backup, behind Daniel Hill and Trae'shawn Brown.
- 9:05 PMYahoo Sports — Alabama football RB EJ Crowell exits Tennessee game with apparent injury
"Alabama football RB EJ Crowell left the Crimson Tide's game against Tennessee with an apparent injury.
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