Alabama starting defensive lineman Brandon Deaderick remained hospitalized this afternoon following a shooting late Monday night, but is expected to be released from the hospital at some point today.
Deaderick was shot in the forearm during a robbery gone bad -- are there any that actually go good? -- although the injuries he suffered were not considered life-threatening.
There is still no word yet on the lineman’s availability for the season opener.
Here’s head coach Nick Saban‘s statement on the the shooting.
“We feel very fortunate that Brandon is doing well and that this is not a more serious situation,” Saban said. “We are hopeful that his condition will continue to improve as we expect him to be released from the hospital later in the day today.
“Our concern at this time is for Brandon’s continued recovery as our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family, not about when he will return to football.”
