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Alabama's Jireh Edwards set to miss time due to injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 4:55 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Alabama's Jireh Edwards set to miss time due to injury
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Alabama Crimson Tide freshman defensive back Jireh Edwards is expected to miss time following an upper-body injury sustained during practice. Edwards underwent surgery, but there is optimism for an early-season return. He was a highly rated five-star recruit in Alabama's 2026 class and was anticipated to have a significant role this fall. If he is sidelined, backup options include Dre Kirkpatrick Jr., Ivan Taylor, and Zavier Mincey. The Crimson Tide season opens on September 5 against East Carolina.

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  • •Jireh Edwards has an upper-body injury from practice.
  • •Edwards underwent surgery on the injury.
  • •He was a five-star recruit and a key player for Alabama.
  • •Backup safeties may assume larger roles in his absence.
  • •Alabama opens the season on September 5 against East Carolina.
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  • 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Top Alabama freshman to reportedly miss time due to injury
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A top freshman for the Alabama Crimson Tide is reportedly set to miss time due to an injury suffered in practice Monday.

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