Thursday, January 3, 2019

CLEMSON CAN BEAT ALABAMA...


    And don't think for one minute they can't. Clemson is the only other NCAA team who has a chance to beat 'Bama. There is only one number that matters. The opening line is indicative of what some very smart people believe is who can win, and by how much they should win.  One point is enough to make 'Bama fans happy.  

        Oklahoma's porous defense allowed 'Bama's defense to make a few mistakes. That might not be the case against Clemson. Alabama's cornerbacks need to have a more than solid game. In fact, they need to make some plays that deny Clemson from making explosive gains. It is remarkable how much the Tide secondary has progressed from game one of the season. That is what happens when you put four and five-star recruits on the field. Talent isn't the same thing as experience. It's natural that new players have some breakdowns. Bama can't afford that against the Tigers.

       Overall, this hasn't been a great defensive team at Alabama. The last few games concern me a great deal. The question is: Is the defense good enough? I think they might be, but they are likely to take some licks. The defense can't get those stupid penalties in this game. Bama needs to control their emotions and play their best game. The offense can't bog down due to needless mistakes to kill touchdown drives. The Tide needs to clean up their act and play the best game of the season. If Bama can't do that the Tigers can win. Coaching is important.  Nick Saban is the greatest coach in the NCAA. Dabo Sweeny is the coach will be the greatest after Saban. 

     Will Tua and his set of gifted receivers beat Clemson? If Alabama's offensive line gives him time to throw they will. I think Alabama will win.  I wouldn't be shocked if they lose. To win they need to make the Clemson quarterback uncomfortable. That will help the Tide defense to make some plays in the secondary. Once again it is Alabama and Clemson.  Tired of the Tide and Tigers?  Get ready because these two teams will play next season for the same Trophy.
     

     

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