Fluff Bothwell exits Alabama game with ankle injury

Mississippi State running back Fluff Bothwell left the remainder of their game against Alabama due to an apparent prior ankle injury that caused him pain during a test run in shorts and a walking boot. Although listed as probable earlier, he started the contest but was ruled out after ESPN reporter Katie George confirmed his condition prevented further play on the sideline. The loss is significant for the Bulldogs who trailed 21-7 at halftime; Bothwell had been their leading rusher with three touchdowns through four games and provided a critical performance in Week 4 by recording over 100 yards.