Alabama's Ryan Williams In Concussion Protocol, May Miss Home Opener

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer said Monday that wide receiver Ryan Williams could miss the team's home opener vs. Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday because of a concussion he suffered vs. Florida State. Per ESPN:

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DeBoer said Williams remains in concussion protocol and is considered "day to day" as the No. 8 Crimson Tide (0-1) prepare to host Louisiana-Monroe (1-0) on Saturday.

A member of the preseason AP All-America team, Williams was helped off the field midway through the fourth quarter of a 31-17 loss at Florida State on Saturday after his helmet slammed into the ground following his third dropped pass of the game. Florida State safety Earl Little was flagged for targeting on the play, but the penalty was overturned after review.

"Ryan will go through concussion protocol throughout the week," DeBoer said. "Day-to-day situation."

Williams finished the game with five receptions for 30 yards. As a freshman in 2024, Williams led Alabama with 865 yards receiving and eight touchdowns.

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