Alabama football’s postseason prospects have become more complicated following a challenging season. The Crimson Tide suffered a 24-3 defeat against Oklahoma, marking their first three-loss season since 2010. This loss not only eliminates Alabama from participating in the SEC championship but also significantly diminishes their chances of being included in the College Football Playoff.
As a result, Alabama is likely looking at its second non-College Football Playoff bowl in just three years. The team’s regular season will conclude with a home game against Auburn at 2:30 p.m. CT on Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium, broadcast on ABC.
With only one game left in the 2024 regular season, here are the current bowl projections for Alabama:
– ESPN (Kyle Bonagura): Alabama vs. Illinois, Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, 2 p.m. CT, Dec. 31
– ESPN (Mark Schlabach): Alabama vs. Iowa, ReliaQuest Bowl, 11 a.m. CT, Dec. 31
– CBS Sports: Alabama vs. Illinois, Cheez-It Citrus Bowl
– 247Sports: Alabama vs. Illinois, Cheez-It Citrus Bowl
– College Football Network: Alabama vs. Baylor, Texas Bowl, 2:30 p.m. CT, Dec. 31
While this season may not have gone as planned for Alabama, there remains an opportunity for the team to regroup and build for the future. A strong performance against Auburn could set a positive tone heading into the bowl game, providing valuable experience for players and fans alike. There’s still hope for Alabama to finish the season on a high note and carry momentum into the next year.