Written by Gabrielle McMillen at SportingNews.com
Alabama defensive tackle Raekwon Davis was shot in the leg in the early hours of Sunday morning, putting his playing status in jeopardy.
Davis, 20, was hospitalized after he was hit in the leg by a stray bullet outside a Tuscaloosa, Ala., bar, according to The Tuscaloosa News. The injury is being reported as “minor” and non-life threatening.
“The victim told investigators he was standing outside of Bar 17 when he heard several gunshots and realized he had been shot in the right leg,” Homicide Unit commander Capt. Gary Hood said. “The victim was uncooperative with investigators.”
Davis was a backup last season, recording four tackles and a sack in seven games during his freshman year.
“Our concern at this time is for Raekwon and his health,” coach Nick Saban said in a statement released by the school. “While this does not appear to be a serious medical situation, Raekwon is still being evaluated.”
He was projected to be a starter this season, though it’s unclear how long he will be sidelined.
No. 1 Alabama opens against No. 3 Florida State on Saturday in Atlanta.
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