Kalen DeBoer updates injuries for Alabama's EJ Crowell and Lotzeir Brooks

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Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Kalen DeBoer updates injuries for Alabama's EJ Crowell and Lotzeir Brooks
Summary

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer provided an injury update on August 20, revealing that running back EJ Crowell and wide receiver Lotzeir Brooks missed the team's second fall camp scrimmage. Crowell is recovering from a minor ankle tweak and was not seen practicing with the running backs, while Brooks was observed practicing after missing the first scrimmage. Defensive back Nick Sherman is also being evaluated for a lower-extremity injury, but he has participated in practices wearing a non-contact jersey. DeBoer expressed hope that Crowell and Brooks will return for practice next week. Additionally, running back AK Dear is recovering from a lower-body injury.

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  • EJ Crowell is recovering from a minor ankle tweak.
  • Lotzeir Brooks returned to practice after missing the first scrimmage.
  • Nick Sherman is evaluated for a lower-extremity injury.
  • AK Dear is also sidelined due to a lower-body injury.
  • Kalen DeBoer is hopeful for the return of Crowell and Brooks next week.
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Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer updated the status of EJ Crowell and Lotzeir Brooks following the Crimson Tide's second scrimmage Thursday morning.

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Not much has changed for Alabama football on an injury front after the Crimson Tide's second fall camp scrimmage.

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