Several injured Alabama players back at practice on Wednesday

The Alabama defense has been bitten by the injury bug this year, especially in the linebacker corps.

However, ahead of this weekend’s Iron Bowl game against Auburn, the Crimson Tide could be getting some reinforcements.

According to reports out of Wednesday’s practice, LBs Christian Miller, Terrell Lewis and Mack Wilson were all practicing in black non-contact jerseys, as was OL Ross Pierschbacher:

Christian Miller, Terrell Lewis, Mack Wilson and Ross Pierschbacher were all participating during the open portion of practice today

— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) November 22, 2017

Obviously, getting even two or three of those guys back for Saturday’s game would be a huge boost for the Crimson Tide as they try to keep their undefeated season going.

However, even with a fully healthy roster, beating the No. 6 Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium won’t be easy.

Saturday afternoon’s Iron Bowl will decide the SEC West title, and the winner will be in a great position to make the College Football Playoff. Check out Saturday afternoon’s action at 3:30 p.m. Eastern time on CBS.

Adam Spencer

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