Alabama's Big Test: Can the Tide Handle the Gamecocks?

USA, ColumbiaSat Oct 25 2025
Alabama is on a roll. They've won six games in a row. Now, they face South Carolina. This game is important. It's a test. Can Alabama stay focused? Or will they overlook South Carolina? South Carolina is not a strong team. They are at the bottom of the SEC in many categories. Their offense is weak. Their defense is not much better. But Alabama has a history of losing to unranked teams. Can they avoid that this time? This game is not just about Alabama. It's about the whole country. There are other big games happening. Ole Miss vs. Oklahoma. Mizzou vs. Vanderbilt. USF vs. Memphis. North Dakota State vs. South Dakota State. A&M vs. LSU. These games matter. They could decide who goes to the playoffs. Alabama's coach, Kalen DeBoer, has a good record. He's won big games. But he's also lost to unranked teams. This game is a chance for him to prove that Alabama won't overlook anyone. The stakes are high. If Alabama loses, it could be a big problem. They've worked hard for two months. A loss could ruin all that. But if they win, it shows they're a real contender. So, what will happen? Will Alabama stay focused? Or will they overlook South Carolina? We'll have to wait and see.
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    How does Alabama's recent performance against ranked opponents influence their approach to facing South Carolina?
    If Alabama overlooks South Carolina, will they be too busy counting their chickens before they hatch?
    Could the logjam of 5-2 teams in the Big Ten be a result of coordinated efforts to keep the conference competitive?

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