The No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the No. 4 Cincinnati Bearcats in the 86th Goodyear Cotton Bowl 27-6 to advance to the College Football Playoff National Championship.
Georgia's defense is allowing 79 yards per game rushing, good for third in the nation. Everyone has seen the struggles the Alabama offensive line has had creating holes in the running game and protecting Bryce Young.
The Alabama Crimson Tide (7-1, 4-1) enjoyed a 52-24 Homecoming victory over the Tennessee Vols (4-4, 2-3) in Bryant Denny Stadium on Saturday night. The Crimson Tide, led by sophomore quarterback Bryce Young, extended its winning streak over the Volunteers to a series-long 15 games.
The Southeastern Conference announced its players of the week for Week 5 of the 2021 college football season and four of its 11 honorees have significant ties to Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Alabama super senior and Tuscaloosa-native Brian Robinson has taken the lead in the Crimson Tide backfield through two games in 2021. Robinson has taken 22 carries for 130 yards and one touchdown as the No. 1 back in a four player stable.