Austin Simmons, a left-handed pitcher and quarterback for Ole Miss, exited the game against Alabama due to a left elbow injury, leaving after his fourth pitch in the fourth inning. Head coach Mike Bianco confirmed Simmons felt something in his elbow and will undergo an MRI soon.

By the Numbers
  • Simmons has appeared in 13 baseball games this season with a 3.21 ERA and .173 batting average against.
  • In his last two games against Georgia, Simmons threw a total of 2.2 innings with 24 pitches in game one and 21 pitches in game two, not allowing an earned run in either appearance.
Yes, But

No significant counterarguments or complexities were reported in the article.

State of Play
  • Ole Miss is currently 22-19 overall and 6-13 in the SEC.
  • SImmons returned to the dugout during the sixth inning, visibly favoring his right arm over his injured left arm.
  • Football coach Lane Kiffin was seen accompanying Simmons after the injury occurred.
What's Next

Simmons is expected to undergo an MRI following the injury to assess the severity of his left elbow issue, impacting both his baseball and football prospects.

Bottom Line

Austin Simmons' departure from the game due to a left elbow injury raises concerns for both Ole Miss baseball and football, as the dual-sport athlete faces potential implications on his performance and availability in both sports.