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Two weeks after breaking his arm, Kenyan Drake could be playing in Saturday’s Iron Bowl.
Alabama’s senior running back has been practicing with the team, and could be cleared to play on Saturday.
Saban said Kenyan Drake (arm) is doing more and more in practice. Taking a little contact on the arm.
— Marq Burnett (@Marq_Burnett) November 25, 2015
Saban didn’t rule out Kenyan Drake (arm) playing this week but said he doesn’t know if he’s done enough in practice to be ready for Saturday
— Marq Burnett (@Marq_Burnett) November 25, 2015
The senior from Powder Springs, Ga. broke his arm making a tackle on a kickoff return during the second quarter of the Crimson Tide’s 31-6 win over Mississippi State on Nov. 14.
“We’re doing a little bit more with him every day and he’s certainly anxious to get back out there,” Alabama head coach Nick Saban told al.com. “I don’t know if he’s done enough in practice. I always ask the player when we get to the game. If he thinks he’s capable of doing his job well, I’ll certainly have that conversation with him (sometime) between now and then.”
Drake has rushed for 333 yards and one touchdown while backing up Heisman Trophy contender Derrick Henry this season. He has also caught 21 passes for 234 yards and one score.
Saban also said that cornerback Minkah Fitzpatrick and offensive lineman Dominick Jackson will play on Saturday.
Saban said Dominick Jackson (ankle) and Minkah Fitzpatrick (knee) have practiced all week and will play in the Iron Bowl.
— Marq Burnett (@Marq_Burnett) November 25, 2015
No. 2 Alabama (10-1) travels to Auburn (6-5) on Saturday for this year’s Iron Bowl. The game will kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET on CBS.
