Texas Longhorns Seek Redemption Against Alabama Crimson Tide in Highly-Anticipated Showdown
This weekend, college football fans are in for a treat as the No. 11 Texas Longhorns face off against the No. 3 Alabama Crimson Tide. Taking place at Bryant-Denny Stadium, this matchup is a highly-anticipated out-of-conference showdown that follows last season’s instant classic in Austin, Texas.
In their previous meeting, the Crimson Tide emerged victorious with a 20-19 win after kicker Will Reichard connected on a 33-yard field goal with just 10 seconds remaining in the game. It was a heartbreaking loss for the Longhorns, who will undoubtedly be seeking redemption in this clash.
This season, both teams have undergone some changes in their quarterback position. Jalen Milroe has taken over at quarterback for the Crimson Tide after Bryce Young moved on to the NFL. As for the Longhorns, they will have Quinn Ewers under center for his second season at the helm. Last year’s matchup saw Ewers throw for an impressive 158 yards in the first quarter before suffering an injury and missing the rest of the game.
Another intriguing battle on Saturday will be between the Miami Hurricanes and the No. 23 Texas A&M Aggies. Both teams are desperate for success and are hoping for an uptick in offensive performance that can propel them into the national conversation. Last season, the Aggies secured a 17-9 victory over the Hurricanes in an ugly affair in College Station, Texas. With coach Mario Cristobal’s crew seeking revenge, this matchup promises to be an intense showdown.
To help fans navigate through all the action, here’s a handy viewer’s guide to the best games happening this Saturday:
– No. 10 Notre Dame at NC State (noon on ABC, fuboTV): Fighting Irish quarterback Sam Hartman will look to make a Heisman Trophy statement, while the Wolfpack aim to ease the fears of their fan base after struggling against UConn in Week 1.
– Nebraska at No. 22 Colorado (noon on Fox, fuboTV): The home opener for the Buffaloes will be a wild scene in Boulder as they face off against the Cornhuskers in “Coach Prime’s” second game leading the program.
– No. 20 Ole Miss at No. 24 Tulane (3:30 p.m. on ESPN2, fuboTV): This underrated matchup promises to be a wild, high-scoring affair as the Ole Miss defense faces a tough test against Green Wave quarterback Michael Pratt.
– No. 23 Texas A&M at Miami (3:30 p.m. on ABC, fuboTV): Both teams showed promising signs of dynamic offense in Week 1 and will be looking to leave Hard Rock Stadium with momentum and hope for the future.
The marquee game of the day will undoubtedly be the showdown between No. 11 Texas and No. 3 Alabama at 7 p.m. on ESPN. Longhorns’ star quarterback Quinn Ewers and Crimson Tide’s first-year starter Jalen Milroe will headline the battle under center. For fans seeking an exciting and intense matchup, this is one game that should not be missed.
In addition to these top games, there are a multitude of other matchups happening throughout the day. From No. 1 Georgia facing Ball State to No. 6 USC taking on Stanford, there is something for every college football fan to enjoy.
So, grab your popcorn and tune in this Saturday for an action-packed day of college football.