Okay, folks, let’s dive into this whole Alabama football situation. I’ve been following them for years, and something just felt off this season. So, I decided to do a little digging and see if I could put my finger on what’s going wrong.
First, I pulled up their schedule and results from this past season. Just looking at the wins and losses, you know, it doesn’t tell the whole story. Yeah, they had a good record, but how did they look in those games?
So, I started watching some game replays. I focused on key games, especially those close calls and, of course, the losses. I wasn’t looking for fancy stats at this point, just using my own two eyes.
My Observations
- Offensive Line Struggles: I noticed the offensive line wasn’t giving the quarterback much time. Lots of pressure, lots of hurried throws. That’s a big red flag right there.
- Inconsistent Running Game: Some games, they ran the ball like a well-oiled machine. Other games, it was like they were running into a brick wall. No consistency.
- Defensive Gaps: I saw some big plays given up by the defense. Missed tackles, blown coverages… stuff you don’t usually see from Alabama. They are too soft.
- Penalties: I saw too many penalties. At least more than usual.
After watching those games, I started looking at some basic stats – things like rushing yards per game, sacks allowed, and turnover margin. Just the easy stuff, nothing too complicated. And guess what? The numbers backed up what I was seeing. The stats were down in several key areas compared to previous seasons.
Then, I went and read some articles and analysis from other folks, you know, to see if I was way off base. Turns out, a lot of people were seeing the same things I was. It wasn’t just me!
So, what’s my conclusion? It’s not one single thing, it’s a combination. It’s like a puzzle, and several pieces aren’t fitting quite right. They need to figure out that offensive line, get the running game going consistently, and tighten up that defense. and cut down on silly mistakes. Basic football, really.
It is a really tough one, and there are probably going to be problems for a while.
