Alabama delivered a stunning comeback, overcoming a 17-point deficit to defeat Oklahoma in the opening game of the College Football Playoff, showcasing resilience, discipline, and championship pedigree on college football’s biggest stage.
Oklahoma burst out of the gates with an aggressive game plan, capitalizing on early Alabama mistakes to build a commanding lead. The Sooners’ offense moved the ball efficiently in the opening half, while their defense disrupted Alabama’s rhythm and controlled the tempo.
However, momentum shifted after halftime. Alabama made key adjustments on both sides of the ball, tightening its defense and finding consistency on offense. A series of sustained drives and timely big plays gradually erased the deficit, swinging the pressure back onto Oklahoma.
The Crimson Tide defense played a decisive role in the second half, forcing turnovers and limiting Oklahoma’s scoring opportunities. As Alabama closed the gap, confidence surged, and the offense capitalized with critical touchdowns to take control of the game.
By the fourth quarter, Alabama had completely flipped the script, silencing Oklahoma’s early dominance and asserting control down the stretch. The comeback victory sends Alabama deeper into the playoff with renewed momentum and reinforces its reputation as one of college football’s most battle-tested programs.
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Oklahoma exits the playoff opener after a strong start but will be left to reflect on missed opportunities as Alabama’s experience ultimately proved decisive.
