One of Alabama’s returning starters in the secondary underwent a minor medical procedure Friday.

Nickel back Shyheim Carter had sports hernia surgery but is expected to be ready to go for the start of spring practice in March, sources told AL.com.

The former four-star recruit posted 44 tackles, two pick-sixes and was tied for second on the team with 10 pass breakups as a junior last season.

Matt Zenitz is an Alabama and Auburn reporter for the Alabama Media Group. Follow him on Twitter @mzenitz.