Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama Squad Dealt Devastating Blow as Core Offensive ‘Uniter’ Out…
Alabama · LSUBefore leaving late in the fourth quarter, Ford made a major impact, catching two passes for 15 yards and a touchdown. His absence leaves a massive gap in Alabama's offense moving forward.
This is the second major injury of the season for the 6-foot-6, 265-pound junior, who transferred from Oklahoma State. Jul 18, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; An Alabama Crimson Tide helmet is shown on the main stage during SEC football media day at the College Football Hall of Fame.
Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports He refused a medical cart after getting hurt against LSU.
He told trainers, "No matter what, I'm walking off this football field," and limped to the locker room under his own power to show his incredible toughness. That gritty attitude has defined his time in Tuscaloosa.
KEY POINTS
- Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama Squad Dealt Devastating Blow as Core Offensive ‘Uniter’ Out for Year.
- The Alabama Crimson Tide defeated LSU 31-13 in Baton Rouge on Saturday, but the victory came at a high cost.
- Head coach Kalen DeBoer confirmed that starting tight end Josh Ford will miss the rest of the 2026 season after suffering a severe ACL tear.
- On3's Pete Nakos reported Monday that Ford will undergo surgery this week.