LSU star linebacker on pace to possibly return for Alabama game

Whit Weeks could be back on the field when Alabama takes on the LSU Tigers in Baton Rouge.

Weeks reportedly continues ‘to make progress and could return to practice next week, according to CBS Sports’ Matt Zenits.’

An update on LSU star LB Whit Weeks, who suffered a leg fracture Sept. 26:

Has continued to make good progress and may be able to return to practice next week, sources tell @CBSSports.

Even possible he could end up returning to game action as soon as next week vs. Alabama. https://t.co/niQWGco8me

— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) October 28, 2026

The linebacker has only played four games this season, and he has managed to rack up 23 tackles. Weeks went down with an injury against Texas A&M, and he has not played in a game since.

The last time Weeks played against Alabama was in 2024, when the Tide defeated the Tigers 42-13. He had 15 tackles in that game.