LSU is dealing with several key injuries as it prepares for a crucial game against Alabama after the bye this weekend.
On Tuesday, Brian Kelly offered vague updates on cornerback [autotag]Zy Alexander[/autotag] and defensive tackle [autotag]Mekhi Wingo[/autotag] that weren’t particularly encouraging. However, he did provide a more positive update on another injured player during Wednesday’s SEC coaches teleconference.
Right tackle [autotag]Emery Jones[/autotag], who suffered an injury against Auburn and missed the Army game, is expected to play in that game. Kelly said Jones would practice on Wednesday and be a full participant by Monday of Alabama week.
With Jones out, LSU has turned to a true freshman in Lance Heard. The former five-star prospect has held the position down, but having Jones back against a challenging Crimson Tide front will certainly be welcome for the Tigers.
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