Alabama Crimson Tide vs Oklahoma Sooners - College Football Playoffs - Live Stream- Play by Play

LINKS - 25% OFF DOLLAR SHAVE CLUB - https://get.aspr.app/SH1Nle SWAY TRIVIA - https://sway.onelink.me/zNBM/lf2h5294 WEEKLY PICK EMS - https://www.footballnationusa.com/pic... ---------- Alabama faces Oklahoma in a critical College Football Playoff first round matchup Friday night at Memorial Stadium in Norman. The game serves as an SEC rematch after Oklahoma pulled off a narrow 23–21 upset over Alabama on November 15, a result driven by three Crimson Tide turnovers and a momentum flipping 87 yard pick six by Eli Bowen. Regular season recap Oklahoma stunned Alabama despite being outgained by nearly 200 yards, holding the Tide to just 21 points through timely turnovers and red zone stops. Ty Simpson threw for 326 yards but committed costly mistakes, including an early interception returned for a touchdown. Alabama’s defense did its job, limiting Oklahoma to 212 total yards and largely shutting down the run game, but the Sooners made the most of their opportunities. John Mateer accounted for 161 total yards and a rushing score, snapping Alabama’s 17 game home winning streak. Team overview Alabama enters at 10–3, averaging 31.2 points per game and 5.72 yards per play. The strength of the Tide offense is clearly through the air, with Simpson completing 301 of 461 passes for 3,551 yards, 30 touchdowns, and just five interceptions. The run game has been less efficient at 3.56 yards per carry, but Alabama compensates with strong third down execution at 44.4 percent and a commanding time of possession advantage of more than 32 minutes per game. Oklahoma leans heavily on defense. The Sooners lead the nation in red zone efficiency, allowing no empty trips inside the 20, but their offense has struggled to generate consistent production. They rank near the bottom nationally in yards per play and rushing efficiency, placing additional pressure on their defense to control field position and force mistakes. Key matchups The quarterback matchup features two contrasting profiles. Ty Simpson brings a strong arm and explosive passing potential but must limit turnovers after his costly performance in the first meeting. John Mateer has battled injuries and inconsistency late in the season, playing a more conservative style against Alabama previously while still posing a threat with his mobility. Alabama’s top tier pass defense will look to capitalize on Mateer’s recent struggles, while Oklahoma’s elite run defense again aims to bottle up the Tide ground game. Pass rush pressure and second half field position could be decisive. Injuries and x factors Alabama lists tight end Josh Cuevas and running back Taylor Tatum as questionable. Oklahoma may be without key contributors as well, with defensive end R Mason Thomas and center Jake Maikkula questionable and cornerback Gentry Williams ruled out. Oklahoma benefits from the home crowd and extra rest, but Alabama has shown notable improvement on the road under Kalen DeBoer. Ball security remains the single biggest swing factor in this matchup. Prediction and outlook Oklahoma’s defense should keep this game tight and low scoring, projecting a grind it out contest around the 40 point total. However, Alabama’s passing rhythm and expected adjustments from the first meeting give the Tide a narrow edge as slight favorites. If Alabama avoids turnovers, they should have enough firepower to pull away late, advancing to the quarterfinals with a 24–20 victory.