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LSU Hopes for Whit Weeks' Return Fade

LSU's defense faces uncertainty as Whit Weeks misses Alabama game.

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LSU Hopes for Whit Weeks' Return Fade

LSU's defense faces uncertainty as Whit Weeks misses Alabama game.

In brief

LSU's defense faces uncertainty as Whit Weeks misses Alabama game. LSU will play Alabama without senior linebacker Whit Weeks, who remains sidelined after breaking his right leg in September. Originally reported by Newsweek.

Whit Weeks' Injury

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 05: Linebacker Whit Weeks #7 of the LSU Tigers after a game at Tiger Stadium on September 05, 2026 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

LSU expected to play Alabama without senior linebacker Whit Weeks.

Injury Details

Weeks fractured right fibula in Sept. 26 win over Texas A&M and underwent surgery.

Current Status

Weeks listed doubtful on SEC report but expected to miss Alabama game.

Impact on Defense

Impact on Defense

Defensive coordinator Blake Baker faces limited options with Weeks and brother Zach questionable.

The one thing

LSU will play Alabama without senior linebacker Whit Weeks, who remains sidelined after breaking his right leg in September.

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