Alabama’s Crimson Tide is preparing to face South Carolina in Week 8 of the college football season. One of the focal points of the matchup is the status of veteran offensive lineman Geno VanDeMark, who has been dealing with an undisclosed injury.
Kalen DeBoer Gives Update on Geno VanDeMark
Initially listed as “questionable,” VanDeMark’s status shifted to “probable” on the SEC availability report released on Friday. However, as game day approached, he was later upgraded to a game-time decision. Coach Kalen DeBoer provided the latest update on VanDeMark’s condition during an interview with the Crimson Tide Sports Network, indicating that the team would monitor his situation closely, stating “we’ll see.” This comes as VanDeMark was limited in practice leading up to the game against the Gamecocks.
Recent Performance and Career Background
- Geno VanDeMark is in his second season with Alabama.
- In 2024, he played in all games, primarily at left and right guard.
- So far in 2025, he has started every game, with six starts at right guard and one at left guard.
- Prior to joining Alabama, he played at Michigan State, making appearances in 18 games with eight starts.
- VanDeMark was part of the 2021 recruiting class and hails from New Jersey.
As the game against South Carolina draws closer, the health of Geno VanDeMark remains a key concern for the Crimson Tide. His return could significantly impact Alabama’s offensive line and overall performance on the field.
