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Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa Scheduled for Hip Surgery Monday

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is set to have hip surgery Monday after being evaluated in Houston, orthopedic surgeon Lyle Cain said in a statement Sunday night.

Tagovailoa suffered a season-ending hip dislocation in Alabama’s 38–7 win over Mississippi State on Saturday.

"For the past 24 hours our medical team has consulted with multiple orthopedic experts across the country, who specialize in hip injuries and surgeries. Based on that research, Tua is being flown to Houston tonight to be evaluated and is scheduled to have hip surgery Monday," Cain said.

"As previously stated, we anticipate a full recovery.