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**Alabama Faces Injury Concerns Ahead of Top-15 Clash with Missouri**

**Columbia, MO – October 8, 2025** – The Alabama Crimson Tide will head to Columbia, Missouri this Saturday to face the Missouri Tigers in a highly anticipated top-15 SEC showdown. However, the Tide will be slightly hampered by injuries to key depth players.

According to the SEC’s latest availability report, two Alabama players have been ruled out or doubtful for the game. Sophomore linebacker Cayden Jones is out, while sophomore wide receiver Jaylen Mbakwe is listed as doubtful.

Mbakwe, a former 5-star recruit who transitioned from defensive back to wide receiver, has seen limited action this season, recording one reception for 16 yards against Louisiana-Monroe but leaving the Vanderbilt game early. Jones, a standout special teams contributor and backup linebacker, recorded two tackles and a fumble recovery in the win over the Warhawks.

With Mbakwe and Jones sidelined, Alabama will need other players to step up as they look to secure a crucial road win against a healthy Mizzou squad. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET this Saturday.

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