Status of Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs revealed

The second-half performance from the Alabama offense has been better, with Bryce Young being the magical man he consistently is. But the Crimson Tide have been going without one of their best offensive players — running back Jahmyr Gibbs. He did not appear on the field for a snap during the third quarter and has not early in the fourth, either.

CBS sideline reporter Jenny Dell got an update on Gibbs, saying there is nothing wrong from a health standpoint. According to her, the leading rusher for Alabama has been waiting to get into the game but has just not been inserted.

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“He hasn’t been on the field at all in the second half,” Dell said. “He’s been patiently waiting on the sidelines with his helmet on. I asked Alabama personnel and was told that he is healthy and available. So, questions around that.”

In theory, Ole Miss would be glad to see Gibbs off the field. However, they have not been able to stop Jase McClellan since. He has been getting a majority of the work for Alabama, with Roydell Williams getting some touches as well.

Gibbs has been a huge part of how the Crimson Tides’ offense worked this season, being a bright spot alongside Young.

Nick Saban provides update on Jahmyr Gibbs after game

As Alabama battled back to defeat Ole Miss Saturday night, Jahmyr Gibbs was noticeably absent in the second half. Nick Saban revealed why after the game.

Gibbs suffered a twisted ankle, Saban told reporters, according to AL.com’s Mike Rodak.

Gibbs has been one of the biggest pieces of the Alabama offense this year after transferring from Georgia Tech, leading the Crimson Tide with 771 rushing yards and six touchdowns entering Saturday’s game. He has also proven to be a key weapon in the passing game, ranking second on the roster with 365 yards to go with three touchdowns through the first nine games of the season.