GOSH: Kalen DeBoer reveals Alabama safety will miss remainder of season after sustaining…. Details Below….Alabama football suffered a significant blow to its defense this week, as head coach Kalen DeBoer confirmed that sophomore safety Keon Sabb will miss the remainder of the season. Sabb, who transferred from Michigan last year, had been an important piece of the Tide’s defensive backfield. However, an injury sustained during Alabama’s loss to Tennessee in October has now led to season-ending surgery. Initially, there had been hope that Sabb could recover and return later in the year, but that is no longer the case.
Sabb had been a key contributor for Alabama in 2024, logging 39 tackles, 4 passes defended, and 2 interceptions before his injury. His loss is significant for a Crimson Tide defense that has been a major strength this season. He was a physical presence in the secondary and a player the team relied on in critical moments, making his absence all the more impactful for Alabama’s championship aspirations.
With Sabb sidelined, Alabama has turned to sophomore Bray Hubbard, who has made the most of his opportunity. Hubbard, who has had limited playing time in the past, stepped up to the challenge. In his new role as a starter, Hubbard showcased his potential, including an interception in Alabama’s dominant 52-10 victory over Missouri. Hubbard also contributed a few tackles in the win over Mercer, further proving his ability to step in and help fill the void left by Sabb.
Despite the injury setback, Alabama remains in a strong position for a College Football Playoff berth. The Tide have one of the most impressive resumes in college football, with marquee wins over top-tier teams such as Georgia, LSU, and South Carolina. While their losses to Tennessee and Vanderbilt have dampened some of the momentum, Alabama’s overall performance has been solid enough to keep them in contention for a playoff spot.
The injury to Sabb certainly adds some uncertainty to Alabama’s defense moving forward, but with players like Hubbard emerging and a talented roster still in place, the Tide’s playoff hopes remain alive. As the season progresses, Alabama will need to continue adapting to injuries and challenges, but with a strong core of players and a proven coaching staff, the team is well-equipped to weather this storm and potentially make a deep postseason run.
