Power Four teams face injuries as college football season opens

As the 2026 college football season approaches, Power Four programs are grappling with injuries to key players. Alabama's AK Dear is out for several weeks with a lower body injury, while Clemson's T.J. Moore is day-to-day after missing scrimmages. Florida's Vernell Brown III has returned to practice but was previously limited due to a foot injury. Notable season-ending injuries include Florida State's Karson Hobbs, who has a torn ACL, and Kansas State's John Pastore, out with a lower body injury. Maryland's Zahir Mathis also faces a season-ending knee injury. Teams are finalizing depth charts as they prepare for opening games.

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