Back to the Alabama Crimson Tide Newsfeed

Star LSU linebacker officially out ahead of the Alabama Football matchup

Saturday’s chance for an Alabama football victory may be enhanced with LSU’s loss of Michael Divinity Jr. While the reason has not been announced yet, rumors are floating around that Divinity may have failed multiple drug tests, leaving the LSU administration with no options other than a suspension. Most reports are citing personal reasons for his absence He has not been officially removed from the team’s online roster, but sources say his nameplate has been removed from his locker.

This is a huge hit to the Tiger’s defense ahead of the big game. While the LSU secondary is certainly the strength of their defense, Divinity was an important leader in getting guys lined up correctly for the play.