Kentucky expects injured players to return for upcoming game against Alabama
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Kentucky football coach Will Stein provided a positive injury update following the team's season-opening victory over Youngstown State. Starters Hasaan Sykes and Malachi Wood are expected to be available for the upcoming home matchup against Alabama. Sykes missed the recent game due to undisclosed issues related to fall camp, while Wood was held out as a precaution following a minor calf injury sustained in practice. The status of Terhyon Nichols remains uncertain for the next game. Kentucky emerged from the contest against Youngstown State without any new reported injuries. The Wildcats currently prepare to host Alabama in Lexington for their first SEC game of the season.
- •Kentucky defeated Youngstown State to secure a season-opening win.
- •Hasaan Sykes is expected to return to the secondary against Alabama.
- •Malachi Wood is cleared to play after sitting out with a calf injury.
- •Terhyon Nichols remains under evaluation for the upcoming game.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Will Stein gives positive injury report heading into Alabama week
"Some good news for the Cats entering their SEC opener.
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