2020 Alabama vs. Arkansas

2020 Alabama vs ArkansasAlabama Football Podcast breaks down the Tide’s cookoff with the Razerbacks of ArkansasPlan B for the WinArkansas mixed it up in electing to take away Alabama’s deep passing game, forcing the Tide into shorter routes and a more methodical approach on offense. And this approach worked, at least to a point. While Alabama logged only two plays greater than 17 yards, and the Hogs enjoyed an early 3-3 tie. However, eventually the Tide's outstanding defense and special teams coupled with an opportunistic offense yielded a result in line with expectations.Offensive DefenseApparently, Alabama’s stop squad needed only a retreat to the Arkansas mountains to realize its full potential. The results were impressive with 8 sacks, 4 turnovers and 188 yards allowed spread over 3 glorious quarters of shutout ball.Will not be DeniedWith Arkansas’s 3-deep shell and selective double coverage, Alabama’s passing game played it safe, only taking advantage of the available routes. This largely left DeVonta out in the cold. Or so we thought. Smitty shattered a tied score and jump started the Tide’s scoring in racing 84 yards for a punt return touchdown. Another Heisman moment? Time will tell.Mini Game ballsAnyone can read a headline, but which players contributed in more subtle ways to the Tide’s fortune?Next UpAlabama returns to Atlanta to face the Florida Gators in the SEC Championship.Contact Us, Review Us, Support Us, and Roll TideAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy