Alabama's Josh Ford ‘determined’ to play Georgia after broken arm surgery, while officials plan for hurricane, tell me about this news today

08-10-2026

Alabama Crimson Tide tight end Josh Ford suffered a broken arm during the team’s victory over Mississippi State. Remarkably, he continued playing through the injury before undergoing surgery on Sunday.

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Head coach Kalen DeBoer shared that Ford is fiercely determined to return to the field in time for Alabama’s high-stakes matchup against No. 2 Georgia. While the coaching staff remains optimistic and is monitoring his recovery throughout the week, his availability will depend on whether he meets the necessary medical and physical clearance levels.

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At the same time, athletic and university officials are closely tracking potential weather disruptions, as a threatening storm system approaches the region, prompting contingency planning for the weekend schedule in Tuscaloosa.

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