Alabama football

2024 - 11 - 24

Oklahoma Crushes Alabama: Do the Crimson Tide Need a Lifeguard?

Alabama Football - College Football Playoffs - Jalen Milroe - Oklahoma Sooners - SEC Championship

Did Oklahoma just put a dent in Alabama's playoff dreams? And what did fans pay for that field storming? Find out all the wild details!

In a stunning upset that rattled the football world, the Oklahoma Sooners have taken down the No. 7 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide with a resounding 24-3 victory at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. The Sooners, under the watchful eye of Coach Brent Venables, put on a defensive clinic, completely shutting down Alabama's offensive strategy. Fans jumped the barricades to rush the field long before the final whistle blew, leaving exploring could have left their wallets feeling a little lighter, as the SEC has specific fines for such unrestrained celebrations. For the Sooners, this win was not just about the score but rather a definitive statement to their rivals.

Alabama, on the other hand, will be heading back to Tuscaloosa with their heads hung low, having struggled on all fronts. Quarterback Jalen Milroe failed to make significant progress, only managing a dismal 2-of-7 passing for 62 yards before halftime. By the time the first half clock ticked down to zero, the Crimson Tide found themselves trailing 10-3 and in dire need of a miracle. Coach Kalen DeBoer had high expectations coming into the season, but this chaotic loss could send Alabama's SEC and playoff hopes crashing like a bunch of tumbleweeds.

In the aftermath, Kalen DeBoer emphasized the need for a serious reassessment of his team’s determination and approach as they look to salvage what remains of a promising season. The infamous saying, "You either win or learn," resonates deeply in the locker room at Alabama as they look to address their weaknesses and build resilience moving forward. It's safe to say their players are likely pondering how to avoid further stumbles in the weeks to come.

Interestingly, while fans can celebrate Oklahoma's momentous win, they'll need to consider their team's hefty bill for raining on the Crimson Tide's parade. The SEC fines for violating the access to the competition area policy can vary based on the severity of the infraction, but let's hope Kirby Smart won't contact them any time soon!

And as for Alabama's historic footie reputation? It's being put to the test. The last time Alabama faced a defeat this significant was back in 2020, signaling that the team might need to reboot their strategy if they hope to resurge back into the college football spotlight. Today’s loss could be a defining moment in their season—both a wake-up call and a reminder that even the mightiest can be toppled!

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Here's what Oklahoma must pay Alabama for storming field after ... (Tuscaloosa News)

Before the final whistle even blew at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Sooners fans violated the SEC's "access to competition area" policy by storming ...

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OU football smashes Alabama in blowout win as Sooners reach ... (Oklahoman.com)

Coach Brent Venables and the OU football defense delivered its best performance of the season, shutting down No. 7 Alabama in a 24-3 rout to secure bowl ...

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Alabama football struggles in shocking upset loss at Oklahoma (al.com)

-- Sooners get to Alabama territory but are forced to punt from there. 10:20-- Ryan Williams fields the punt and is tackled at the UA 2- ...

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Alabama trails Oklahoma after brutal first half in Norman (Roll Tide Wire)

Oklahoma leads the Crimson Tide, 10-3, at the break. Alabama has struggled in all three phrases of the game, with Jalen Milroe only 2-of-7 passing for 62 yards ...

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Alabama vs. Oklahoma live stream, where to watch, TV channel ... (CBSSports.com)

The Crimson Tide will put their top-10 status on the line against one of the SEC's newcomers.

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What Kalen DeBoer Said Following Alabama Football's Road Loss ... (Bama Maven)

NORMAN, Okla.–– No. 7 Alabama was on the wrong end of a chaotic day in college football as the Crimson Tide fell to the Oklahoma Sooners in a road battle on ...

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Alabama Football Never Changed in 2024 (Tide 102.9 - The Home of Alabama Sports)

The Crimson Tide is leaving Norman, Oklahoma with a wasted season, despite it being the first year under Kalen DeBoer.

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No. 7 Alabama, Jalen Milroe struggle in loss to Oklahoma to end ... (USA TODAY)

No. 7 Alabama had SEC and playoff hopes on the line against unranked Oklahoma and mailed it in with a poor effort to lose to a bad team.

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Oklahoma stuns No. 7 Alabama 24-3 to likely end Tide's playoff hopes (Yahoo Sports)

The Crimson Tide were 14-point favorites but Oklahoma took control of the game with a pair of third-quarter interceptions and its pass rush collapsed the pocket ...

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How Kalen DeBoer summed up Alabama's dreadful performance ... (Roll Tide Wire)

Here's what Kalen DeBoer had to say after Alabama's brutal 24-3 loss to the Oklahoma Sooners.

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Grading Alabama football in shocking loss to Oklahoma (al.com)

Here's how we graded the Alabama football offense, defense and special teams in the loss to Oklahoma.

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OU football vs Alabama recap: Sooners dominate Crimson Tide to ... (Oklahoman.com)

OU football vs Alabama recap: Sooners dominate Crimson Tide to keep bowl streak alive · OU vs Alabama score updates · Final: Oklahoma 24, Alabama 3 · 6:33 left in ...

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Alabama embarrassed by Oklahoma in lopsided defeat, putting No ... (CBSSports.com)

No. 7 Alabama's shocking 24-3 loss at Oklahoma shakes up the SEC Championship Game picture and puts the Crimson Tide's College Football Playoff hopes on ...

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Kelly: What is this Alabama football team? (al.com)

Is this a good football team? The Crimson Tide sure didn't look the part on the Oklahoma Memorial Stadium field, later ravaged by rushing fans. What's strange, ...

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Five Takeaways from Alabama's Embarrassing Loss to Oklahoma (Sports Illustrated)

NORMAN, Okla.–– Playing on the road in SEC play has not been kind to Kalen DeBoer in his first season as the Alabama football head coach. With Saturday night's ...

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What to make of a most devastating Alabama Football loss (BamaHammer)

On Saturday night in Norman, OK, Alabama Football was poised for a return to the SEC Championship Game and a sure spot in the CFB Playoff.

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Alabama stumbles at Oklahoma as CFP chances take severe hit ... (ESPN)

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer said his team made several "uncharacteristic" errors in a game that "got away" from the Crimson Tide against Oklahoma.

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Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer has critical decisions to make after ... (CBSSports.com)

What's next for the Crimson Tide after it suffered an embarrassing 24-3 loss to unranked Oklahoma.

Latest Alabama football rankings: Where Crimson Tide ranks in US ... (Montgomery Advertiser)

Alabama football saw its College Football Playoff hopes dashed in a 24-3 loss to Oklahoma on Saturday, the Sooners handing the Crimson Tide its third loss ...

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After Oklahoma loss, where could Alabama football play its bowl ... (Tuscaloosa News)

Alabama football's bowl season just got a bit more uncertain.

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Bowl projections: Alabama football predictions after loss to Oklahoma (al.com)

Alabama football picked up its third loss of the season against Oklahoma on Saturday in Norman.

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When was the last time Alabama had three losses in a season? (Roll Tide Wire)

The Alabama Crimson Tide suffered their third loss of the 2024 season Saturday night at Oklahoma.

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How bad was Alabama's 24-3 loss to Oklahoma? Here's what ... (Roll Tide Wire)

When was the last time an Alabama football team lost by 21 or more points in a regular season game? It's been a while.

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Bowl projections: Alabama exits College Football Playoff field ... (CBSSports.com)

There were some notable moves in the CFP projections this week amid the chaos of the Week 13 slate.

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Latest Alabama football rankings: Where Crimson Tide ranks in US ... (Tuscaloosa News)

Alabama football saw its College Football Playoff hopes dashed in a 24-3 loss to Oklahoma on Saturday, the Sooners handing the Crimson Tide its third loss ...

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Did Alabama football fail out in loss to Oklahoma? Crimson Tide ... (Tuscaloosa News)

Coming to Norman, Oklahoma with SEC Championship and College Football Playoff hopes, Alabama football saw them completely vanish.

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3 Stars from Oklahoma's 24-3 upset win over the Alabama Crimson ... (Sooners Wire)

Oklahoma stunned their fanbase, the SEC, and the college football world on Saturday night putting a stamp on the 2024 season with an upset over the No.

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Alabama football has hopes crushed by Oklahoma: Score, highlights (Tuscaloosa News)

Alabama football is on the road for the last time in the regular season to face Oklahoma. Follow along for live Crimson Tide vs Sooners updates.

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