The preliminary CFP availability report for the first-round game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and Oklahoma Sooners was made official Tuesday night.
Heading into Friday night’s game in Norman, the Crimson Tide and Sooners both have some notable players facing injury concerns heading into the week, and now their status for the CFP first-round matchup is clearer.
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That includes two defensive starters, while Alabama also has several notable offensive players who are also dealing with injuries heading into the SEC Championship Game.
Below are the initial CFP availability reports for Alabama and Oklahoma.
Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Oklahoma Sooners CFP First Round Availability Report
Alabama:
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Cameron Howarddefensive counterattack
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Ja-Marian LathamDefender – Out
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Dre Kirkpatrick Jr.defensive counterattack
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LT OvertonDefensive Line – Out
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Kevin RileyRunning Back – Out
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Jeremiah BeemanDefensive Line – Out
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Josh CuevasTight End – Questionable
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Danny Lewis Jr.Tight End – Questionable
Oklahoma:
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Gentry Williamsdefensive counterattack
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Kendall Doobiedefensive counterattack
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Jeremiah Newcombdefensive counterattack
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Troy EverettOffensive Line – Out
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Jack McCullaOffensive Line – Questionable
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Jovante BarnesRunning back – possible
Arguably the biggest takeaway from Tuesday’s CFP availability report is the status of Alabama defensive lineman LT Overton, as the starter is officially listed as out. Overton, one of Alabama’s top pass rushers, also missed the SEC championship game.
Another noteworthy point from Tuesday night’s report was the status of starting tight end Josh Cuevas, who is now questionable heading into Friday night’s game. Alabama starting running back Jam Miller has also been dealing with an injury but was not listed on the roster.
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Arguably the biggest takeaway for the Sooners is that starting defensive lineman R Mason Thomas is not on the roster. Thomas, who hasn’t played since Nov. 1 against Tennessee, is one of the best pass rushers in the SEC and appears set to play Friday night.
Alabama vs. Oklahoma State is scheduled to tip off this Friday, December 19, at 8 pm ET on ABC/ESPN.
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