Jermod McCoy injury update: Vols DB leaves Alabama game after hit from behind….
Tennessee football continues to be hit with the injury bug in Saturday’s game against Alabama.
Star defensive back Jermod McCoy was the latest to get hit with it on Saturday.
In the third quarter of Saturday’s game against the Crimson Tide, the Vols defensive back appeared to have been hit in the back by Alabama offensive lineman Jaeden Roberts at the end of a play. ESPN broadcaster Sean McDonough reported McCoy was limping off the field at Neyland Stadium.
In a dramatic turn during the Tennessee-Alabama clash on Saturday, Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy sustained an injury that forced him to exit the game. The incident occurred during the third quarter, with the Volunteers trailing a competitive Alabama team. McCoy, a key player in Tennessee’s defensive lineup, went down after a tackle that saw him being hit from behind.
McCoy was positioning himself for a tackle when he appeared to be blindsided by an unexpected hit from an Alabama player. Medical staff quickly responded, rushing onto the field to attend to him as he lay on the turf, visibly in pain. The hit seemed to impact McCoy’s upper body, though early evaluations from team doctors have yet to confirm any specific injuries. McCoy was eventually able to get up with assistance and was escorted off the field for further medical evaluation, unable to put full weight on his left side.
The Volunteers’ coaching staff, along with head coach Josh Heupel, has shown concern over McCoy’s status, acknowledging his importance to the team’s secondary. Heupel noted McCoy’s resilience and commitment to the team, and the coaching staff is hopeful for a quick recovery. Following the game, Heupel provided a brief update to reporters, stating, “We’re waiting on the full evaluation, but our primary concern is his health and getting him back on the field when he’s fully ready.”
With McCoy sidelined, Tennessee’s defense struggled to maintain its footing against Alabama’s high-powered offense. The team tried to fill the void with alternate players, but McCoy’s absence was noticeable in both defensive strategy and performance.
Fans and teammates alike have expressed their support for McCoy on social media, wishing him a speedy recovery. The defensive back has been a rising star for the Vols, and his presence has been instrumental in the Volunteers’ defensive success this season. Tennessee’s next game is slated for Saturday, and McCoy’s return will depend on his medical progress in the coming days.
