2021 Alabama vs Florida – Alabama Travels to the Swamp

Alabama Football Podcast delivers unique insights into the Tide’s close contest against the Florida Gators

Young Growing Up

Bryce continues to impress with his poise and composure. While is production may not (yet) rival Mac or Tua, neither does his experience or weapons – or protection. Yet Young continues to impress and improve. A historically charged hostile crowd in the Swamp, suspect offensive line, determined opponent, close game, foul clock all failed to rattle Bryce. As young continues to pass every test, it becomes increasingly clear that coach Saban was right, the team needs to preform better around Bryce Young.

Offensive Line Offends

The offensive line continues to regress. While I’ll allow ample credit to Florida and their talented defensive front, the Tide’s line is capable of more. I’m confident a single move can go a long way to settling down the unit, even if fans most live with a couple weeks of on-the-job training.  *note, I’m much more colorful and specific on the pod, give it a listen.

Expand the Rotation – Defensive Edition

Saban is notorious for running a shallow bench in close games. It’s a common tactic in coaching circles but I don’t believe it’s necessary or appropriate for this team. Alabama is deep with talent across each defensive level – enough to warrant rotations aimed at keeping the starters fresh late into games.

Mini Game balls

Anyone can read a headline, but which players contributed in more subtle ways to the Tide’s fortune?

Next Up

Alabama regroups in Tuscaloosa with an agenda geared towards building upon the lessons learned in Florida. It likely does not bode well for Golden Eagles of Southern Miss.