Ok, here we go with the Big Enchilada – the CFP Championship that everyone is complaining about because it is a replay of the SEC Championship. In relation to which we wonder, “Do you not want to have the two best teams play for the title?” If yes, then it is time to be quiet and enjoy the game. If no, then you are a fraud and none of us want to hear anything more from you. (Looking at you, Tim Brando)
But of course the big question is, “what is going to happen tonight?”
Glad you asked.
Here’s what going to happen. Alabama is going to win its second Natty in a row.
Here’s why.
All year long, as all our readers know, we’ve had serious doubts about this Alabama team. The defense was leaky and mistake prone; the offense was inconsistent; the offensive line was . . . well, offensive. But something happened in the last game of the regular season against the Barners in Cowtown – and it happened at the Alabama 3 yard line, when it was third and ten, with precisely 1:18 left in the game and the Champs behind 10-3.
Here’s what happened: Bryce Young walked up to the line of scrimmage . . . and smiled. And then he completed a 22 yard pass to Slade Bolton for a first down at the 25-yard line. Still 75 yards away from tying the game. Still with only a little over one minute to go that 75 yards – but at least we weren’t at the 3.
And a switch was flipped. The light came on. The Tide went on to tie and to win the game in the fourth overtime. And just like that, this team had a vision and embraced the mission.
The next week, they beat the G-Dawgs like they stole something. Four weeks later, they stuffed the P5 “BearCats” – not necessarily impressively, but effectively. The game was never in doubt. And now, they have to have a “re-do” with the Bullies.
All the psychological advantages are on the Georgia side of the see-saw. They were embarrassed in the SEC Championship and have been waiting (impatiently) for a second chance at the Tide. They have been ridiculed for being dominated at the line of scrimmage. They have been mocked over how their “best defense in the nation” gave up 41 points. And they ain’t happy.
It’s notoriously difficult to beat a team twice in the same season – and double that when you are facing them twice within a month.
So the cards are stacked against the Tide. No doubt about it. And, obviously, this will be a tough game no matter what.
But.
Bryce Young smiled when it was third and ten at his own 3 yard line.
Alabama wins its seventh National Championship under Coach Saban.
Get ready to celebrate.
RTR!
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