Alabama Crimson Tide vs Kansas State Wildcats
How To Watch:
Date: Saturday, December 31st
Game Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Venue: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana
Record: Alabama (10-2), Kansas State (10-3)
Things To Know
– Alabama comes into this bowl game having won three straight games and four of their last five overall.
– Since losing to LSU, the Crimson Tide have put on a clinic and seem determined to end their season on a high note despite the non College Football Playoff appearance.
-Kansas State comes in on a four game winning streak and they themselves have won five of the last six contests overall.
– Within this winning streak, the Wildcats survived against TCU in the Big-12 championship game. They are the only team so far to hand the Horned Frogs a loss this season.
Why Alabama Will Win
When it comes to history, it shows that the SEC is just different. The teams normally have more skill and are more physical. Kansas State hasn’t played a team like the Crimson Tide all season and often, it shows when teams matchup against SEC squads. This will be a motivated Alabama team to finish the year strong after a “lost” season.
It’s title or bust for the Crimson Tide but winning the Sugar Bowl is still a nice accomplishment. They will have their stars in this game and will cause the Wildcats some problems schematically. Quarterback Bryce Young always seems to play well when the lights are brightest so expect more of the same from him in this matchup.
Why Kansas State Will Win
Getting a win over a top SEC school in a major bowl game would likely go along way for this Wildcats program. This will be a motivated Kanas State team that is out to prove they are no fluke and belong in the elite conversation.
Alabama struggled to contain the run this season at times and the Wildcats have a legit weapon at the running back position. Deuce Vaughn carried this offense and if he can get into space, look out. He rushed for 1425 yards and eight touchdowns this season. He can change a game instantly and will be relied upon heavily in this contest.
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