Will Alabama beat Alabama?
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This is a leader who is not going to let complacency creep into your locker room.
Nope. Clear sign he's fallen for the rat poison the Alabama-hating media writes. Smh.
You really think those games were signs of complacency? Especially last year's Iron Bowl? Please.
I'm more than a 'Little Concerned' about every game. I want to see us dominate every team we play. Lofty goal.
I want us to play up to Coach Saban's expectations.
(Has any team ever played up to Coach's expectations?)
I think this team has a chance to be great.
BUT...
Our guys are gonna have to work their tails off meet Coach Saban's expectations.
To answer the OP, I think there are only two things that could derail this year: Alabama beating itself (complacency manifested by lack of mental preparation, lack of focus — mental errors, blown coverages, unforced turnovers, etc.) and injuries.
If we don’t eat the rat poison, and the injury bug doesn’t bite the wrong position, we have the potential to be the best Alabama team ever. And that’s saying something.
If we don’t eat the rat poison, and the injury bug doesn’t bite the wrong position, we have the potential to be the best Alabama team ever. And that’s saying something.
Injuries Injuries Injuries.... The fact that we won a National Championship last year in spite of the worst case of injury bugs is a modern miracle.
I think complacency and injuries are a big concern, but I think Saban will deal with complacency....... I can say that many LSU and Miss State fans I have encountered already think they have the Bama game in the bag...... so, overconfidence may kill a few of
them before it’s all said and done
them before it’s all said and done
Agree that LSU @ LSU is always a test for any QB, but after the NCG, especially 2nd and 26, I think we know exactly what kind of QB Tua is when it is all on the line. Clue: it begins with a "c" and ends in "lutch."
Only way we lose to the Bengal kitties is if Tua is hurt and several other bad things happen.
I don't think we will lose to LSU or even be all that close in reality (though the score may make it look closer). But Tua hasn't faced a secondary with the talent LSU has and he definitely hasn't faced that kind of secondary on the road in death valley. It will likely be his biggest test of the year maybe even including playoffs.
Agree that LSU @ LSU is always a test for any QB, but after the NCG, especially 2nd and 26, I think we know exactly what kind of QB Tua is when it is all on the line. Clue: it begins with a "c" and ends in "lutch."
While it wasn’t Death Valley, UGA had a pretty good secondary last year....... Tua just found their soft spot and punched them
I think Alabama cruises to an undefeated season. I don't think anyone comes within 14 points of us.
This team is what you get when you take a "Nick Saban Alabama Team" and add a "Heisman Trophy Caliber QB."
Outside of UGA and MAYBE peak Ohio State or Clemson I don't know who even has a shot.
This team is what you get when you take a "Nick Saban Alabama Team" and add a "Heisman Trophy Caliber QB."
Outside of UGA and MAYBE peak Ohio State or Clemson I don't know who even has a shot.
Umm, UGA in last year's NC game? They were the 8th ranked passing D in the country last year - after playing OU and facing TUA. By way of comparison, LSU is currently ranked 68th in the country.
I mean he did go 54-58 in bowl prep against the first team defense last year. Location aside, I would say he's gone against a similar secondary.
That's a fair point. But I think the difference is that LSU will have time to prepare and game plan specifically for Tua.
I'm not sure Georgia had anyone like Greedy Williams and again see above. It's different when people are preparing for you.
Also, not saying Tua hasn't been tested at all. Or even doubting how good he is. I just can't wait to see him play a strong defense this year especially on the road because I think he'll thrive.
I just think the LSU game might be his biggest test. I admittedly don't know as much about LSUs secondary outside of Williams this year so I could be off on how good they are.
I agree LSU will be a big test and probably the best overall defense to stop the Alabama offense.
And while LSU will have two weeks to prepare for him, the first team defense went against him pretty much all year (whether on scout or 1-on-1s).
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