Summary
The Alabama Crimson Tide football team is preparing to play against Oklahoma in the College Football Playoff. Kalen DeBoer, Alabama's coach, emphasized the importance of players giving their best effort and dismissed speculation about him leaving for another coaching job. Alabama has faced distractions recently but remains focused on their upcoming game.
Key Facts
- Alabama Crimson Tide is ranked No. 9 and will face No. 8 Oklahoma in the College Football Playoff.
- Oklahoma is favored to win the game by 1.5 points according to ESPN BET.
- Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer has a record of 0-2 against Oklahoma during his time with the team.
- Oklahoma beat Alabama earlier this season 23-21 in Tuscaloosa.
- Alabama struggled towards the end of the regular season, including a loss to No. 3 Georgia.
- There was speculation about DeBoer possibly leaving Alabama for a job at Michigan, which he has publicly denied.
- DeBoer commended his players for handling distractions well throughout the season.
