Alabama's AK Dear suffers ankle injury, expected to miss six weeks

Alabama running back AK Dear is set to miss approximately six weeks due to an ankle injury suffered during a preseason scrimmage. Coach Kalen DeBoer confirmed the injury was evaluated and reports indicate an expected return around the Georgia game. Freshman Trae'shawn Brown is emerging as a key player in the absence of Dear. Quarterbacks Keelon Russell and Austin Mack continue to compete for the starting job, with Russell showing a slight advantage after the first scrimmage. Meanwhile, defensive linemen Terrance Green and Devan Thompkins have impressed, which is crucial as Alabama looks to bolster their run defense.

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