In a highly anticipated clash, No. 4 Alabama faced off against No. 1 Georgia on Saturday night, and the game exceeded all expectations. The Crimson Tide triumphed 41-34 at Bryant-Denny Stadium, surviving a dramatic comeback attempt by the Bulldogs after initially leading by 23 points in the third quarter.
Under coach Kalen DeBoer, Alabama quickly established dominance, racing to a 28-0 lead within the first 18 minutes and holding a 30-7 advantage late in the third quarter. However, Georgia’s offense, which had been struggling, came alive, with quarterback Carson Beck orchestrating multiple touchdown drives that shifted the momentum.
Beck threw a 67-yard touchdown pass to Dillon Bell, giving Georgia a 34-33 lead late in the game. Just when it seemed the Tide might collapse, Jalen Milroe threw a stunning 75-yard touchdown pass to Ryan Williams on the very next play, putting Alabama ahead 41-34. Georgia advanced to the Alabama 20-yard line with under a minute remaining, but a key interception by Alabama’s freshman defensive back, Zabien Brown, sealed the win for the Tide.
Milroe was instrumental in the victory, tallying 491 total yards with 374 passing and 117 rushing yards, alongside four touchdowns. Williams emerged as Alabama’s standout receiver, racking up six catches for 177 yards and a score.
With this victory, Alabama improved to 4-0 in their first season under DeBoer, who boasts a remarkable coaching record of 30-3 at the power-conference level.
The game showcased high-stakes plays and scoring, with both teams exceeding 500 yards in total offense. Alabama’s defense ultimately made the critical stop to clinch the win.