Trump Attends Third Crimson Tide Football Game

No. 4 Alabama had No. 2 Georgia on the ropes early in their top-five clash, leading 28-0 at one point. However, Georgia fought back fiercely, turning the game into a dramatic finish in Tuscaloosa. In the end, after several lead changes in the fourth quarter, Alabama secured a 41-34 victory with a stunning catch-and-run touchdown by freshman Ryan Williams and a game-sealing interception by cornerback Zabien Brown in the end zone.

The thrilling win capped an action-packed day in college football. The chaos began earlier when Kentucky shocked No. 6 Ole Miss, winning 20-17 in Oxford after a missed field goal that would have tied the game. Later, unranked Arizona pulled off a significant upset, defeating No. 10 Utah 23-10.

No. 21 Oklahoma also earned its first SEC win by staging a late comeback against Auburn, sparked by a pick-six. Meanwhile, No. 16 Notre Dame edged out No. 15 Louisville, No. 9 Penn State handled No. 19 Illinois at home, and Colorado cruised to a blowout win over UCF on the road.

The night ended with No. 25 Boise State dominating Washington State 45-24, riding the impressive performance of running back Ashton Jeanty.

In the Alabama-Georgia game, what began as a potential blowout became an instant classic. Alabama led 30-7 at halftime, having scored on its first four drives. However, Georgia roared back in the second half, with quarterback Carson Beck leading three consecutive touchdown drives to take a 34-33 lead. Beck found Dillon Bell for a 67-yard touchdown that gave Georgia its first lead with 2:31 remaining. But Alabama quickly responded with Jalen Milroe connecting with Ryan Williams for a 75-yard touchdown.

Georgia drove to the Alabama 20-yard line in the final minute, but Beck’s third interception of the night—this one caught by Zabien Brown—ended the Bulldogs’ hopes.

The win elevated Alabama’s status as a national title contender. Questions surrounding the team’s young secondary and head coach Kalen DeBoer’s first big test were answered as Alabama proved it could handle a high-pressure situation. Jalen Milroe, who improved to 10-0 as an SEC starter, played one of his best games, contributing over 400 total yards and four touchdowns, including the game-winner.

Georgia, despite the loss, showed resilience. Although turnovers hurt their chances, their ability to claw back into the game after being down 28 points turned what could have been an embarrassment into another epic chapter in the rivalry with Alabama. The Bulldogs remain in contention, but Alabama’s impressive win repositions them among the top teams in the race for the College Football Playoff.

As the season progresses, Alabama’s remaining schedule looks manageable, with key matchups against Tennessee and LSU. Meanwhile, Georgia will face tougher tests, including games against Texas, Tennessee, and Ole Miss, which will further shape the SEC race. The thrilling conclusion to this game may set the stage for an exciting battle between Alabama, Tennessee, and Texas as the conference’s top teams look ahead to the postseason.