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Vanderbilt QB Curtis Probable for Ole Miss Clash
8 Oct
Summary
- Vanderbilt's starting QB Jared Curtis is probable for the Ole Miss game.
- Curtis missed the previous game due to a knee bruise sustained in late September.
- Several other Vanderbilt players are out with injuries, including key defensive players.
Vanderbilt's football team is preparing for their SEC home opener against No. 9 Ole Miss this weekend. A significant development for the Commodores is the probable status of star freshman quarterback Jared Curtis.
Curtis, who sustained a knee bruise on September 26 during a game at Auburn, was unable to play in Vanderbilt's previous matchup against Georgia. However, he has progressed in his recovery and was listed as probable on Wednesday's injury report. Head coach Clark Lea expressed optimism earlier in the week, noting Curtis's participation in practice without significant limitations.
The Commodores will still face considerable challenges due to other player absences. Defensive lineman Aaron Bryant is out for the season with an ACL injury. Additionally, cornerback Jaylin Lackey and linebacker Jamison Curtis are sidelined with soft tissue injuries. Wide receiver Kahden Smith will also miss the game, and offensive lineman Mitchell Smith is listed as doubtful.
Despite these setbacks, Curtis's probable designation offers a crucial boost to Vanderbilt's efforts to secure their first conference win and end a two-game losing streak. The game against Ole Miss is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on ESPN.
