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Alabama true freshmen will now be in the spotlight due to LB injuries

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With Jah-Marien Latham and Qua Russaw out, Justin Hill will be a huge a contributor for Kane Wommack's defense.

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Alabama is riding high after a 24-21 win over Georgia in Athens on Saturday, but the injuries continue to mount on the defensive side of the ball. On Monday, Kalen DeBoer revealed that veteran linebacker Qua Russaw has a broken foot, and while “he won't be out for the season,” as DeBoer told reporters, “it will be an extended amount of time here.