Alabama’s defense may have finally found the answer to a lingering question following win vs. Missouri
For much of the year, questions about the ability of the Alabama Crimson Tide’s defense have lingered. A putrid second half against Georgia preceded a 40-point let up against Vandy and a narrow escape against South Carolina. But for the Tide, the last three games have produced something in spades, and it’s going to need […]
For much of the year, questions about the ability of the Alabama Crimson Tide’s defense have lingered.
A putrid second half against Georgia preceded a 40-point let up against Vandy and a narrow escape against South Carolina.
But for the Tide, the last three games have produced something in spades, and it’s going to need to continue if the team has any shot of reaching the College Football Playoff:
Alabama’s defense forced 10 turnovers over last 3 games
"You're only as good as your last play and you're only as good as your last game. There’s some good vibes when it comes to taking the football away defensively,” said DeBoer when asked about 10 turnovers in 3 games. “They're hunting it, they're anticipating a little bit. Little bit more of an attacking mindset, not so much on their heels and just make every yard count. I really want them to put that shot out there…
“…That's why I called the timeout, there was any type of question at all. Wanted let us get our feet in the ground and be able to play football. So wanted that for them, because I know they've been working extremely hard and just stay in the course. Appreciate the effort today, really kept us right there for where we want the offense then got rolling better and found ways there, especially the latter half the second quarter of where we really started playing a full team game."
For Alabama, and more specifically their defense, every game and every play for the rest of the season has to be played as if it’s their last.
Because while the season doesn’t officially end until December, another L and the chances at the College Football Playoff go from slim to none at the Capstone.
The win comes ahead of a much-needed bye, and what will be one of the Tide’s toughest tests yet against the LSU Tigers in two short weeks.
