Spring Valley product Christian Miller injured, out for season at Alabama
No. 1 Alabama has lost two key linebackers to season-ending injuries.
Terrell Lewis and Christian Miller were hurt in the season-opening 24-7 win over No. 3 Florida State. Coach Nick Saban said Monday both are set for surgery.
Miller, who starred at Spring Valley High in Columbia, is a redshirt junior who had three tackles against the Seminoles. Al.com reported Miller’s injury as being a biceps tear.
“Even through the darkest days, this fire burns,” Miller posted on Twitter. “Never will I fold, I’m built different. Won’t let anything stop me!”
Miller last season had 16 tackles, including two sacks.
Two other starting linebackers also missed the second half with injuries. Rashaan Evans had a groin injury and Anfernee Jennings sprained an ankle. Saban says the injuries are significant but won’t keep the players out long.
The Tide next hosts Fresno State and Colorado State.
Even through the darkest days, this fire burns.. Never will I fold, I'm built different. Won't let anything stop me! pic.twitter.com/fggSrDOtN0
— Christian Miller (@christianmillr) September 4, 2017
This story was originally published September 4, 2017 at 3:00 PM with the headline "Spring Valley product Christian Miller injured, out for season at Alabama."