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Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide are facing a string of injuries at the tight end position this spring.

DeBoer confirmed on Friday that both Josh Cuevas and Marshall Pritchett will miss the remainder of spring practices, leaving the team short-handed at tight end.

“We’re working through a few injuries right now, especially at tight end,” DeBoer said. “Looking ahead, some of these guys won’t be on the field next week. Josh Cuevas is done for the spring but should be ready by fall, and the same goes for Marshall Pritchett.

We were already a bit thin at the position, with some players like Kaleb Edwards not on campus yet and Danny Lewis sidelined this spring. So we’re having to adjust, with offense and defense collaborating to get the right looks and manage rotations.”

This situation could lead to increased opportunities for Jay Lindsey to see the field. Cuevas recently spoke about Lindsey’s growth and their tight bond.

“Jay’s like a brother to me,” Cuevas said. “We’re really leaning on each other right now. When one of us comes off the field, we’re checking in—asking, ‘Did you see my last rep?’—and just helping each other improve. He’s really coming along well.”

With the depth concerns at tight end, that position will be a key focus during Alabama’s upcoming A-Day spring game.