Alabama is back in the national title game for an All-SEC showdown with Georgia. With both teams relying on defense and a strong running game, who has the edge tonight in what should be a bruising affair?
| Rk | Team |
|---|---|
| #1 |
Alabama Crimson Tide
ALA
|
| #2 |
Georgia Bulldogs
UGA
|
| #3 |
Penn State Nittany Lions
PSU
|
| Analytics | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| nERD | Games | Passing | Rushing | Pass Def. | Rush Def. | Pace |
| 31.35 | 14 | 9.75 | 5.74 | 3.32 | 2.68 | 67.5 |
| 30.27 | 15 | 9.38 | 5.97 | 4.75 | 3.23 | 65.2 |
| 30.25 | 13 | 9.25 | 5.17 | 5.97 | 3.76 | 69.9 |
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What It Means:
Zaire's ankle bent awkwardly at the end of a scramble, and he needed help getting off the field after attempting to walk on it. Zaire won the starting gig over Everett Golson during the offseason, leading Golson to transfer. Redshirt freshman Deshone Kizer entered the game against Virginia and helped Notre Dame earn the victory, tossing a last-minute touchdown.
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Source:
Rotoworld.com
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What It Means:
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Source:
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