Brandon Deaderick Shot In Robbery Attempt, Is S'Okay

Alabama defensive lineman Brandon Deaderick was hospitalized in good condition Tuesday after being shot in the forearm during robbery attempt at an off-campus apartment complex, according to Tuscaloosa Police Chief Steve Anderson. A spokesman for DCH Regional Medical Center said that the bullet hit no vital organs and Deaderick is likely to be released by the end of the day.

Deaderick did not know the man, who pointed a gun and said “Give it up,” Anderson said. When Deaderick refused, the assailant fired the gun, striking the player in the arm, the chief said. Police were searching for the shooter.

Deaderick started all 14 games last season as a junior. He made 36 tackles last season and was second on the team with four quarterback sacks.

Alabama defensive lineman Brandon Deaderick shot, wounded in parking lot robbery attempt [Sports News]