An unexpected top-25 Southeastern Conference clash goes down in Tuscaloosa, where No. 10 Alabama will host unbeaten and 16th-ranked Vanderbilt. The game is scheduled to start at 3:30 p.m. ET (2:30 p.m. CT) with TV coverage on ABC and streaming on-demand.
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When: Saturday, Oct. 4 at 3:30 p.m. ET (2:30 p.m. CT)
Where: Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, Ala.
TV channel: ABC
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Alabama vs. Vanderbilt: The matchup
Alabama earned a 24–21 road win over Georgia last weekend behind a strong passing effort from Ty Simpson, who went 24-of-38 for 276 yards and two touchdowns. The Crimson Tide tallied 397 total yards, leaning on a balanced attack that included 280 through the air and 117 on the ground. Their ability to sustain drives was critical, converting 13 of 19 third downs, and they dominated possession at 35:36 to Georgia’s 24:24. Alabama entered the game ranked 11th nationally in passing offense (321.7 ypg) and 20th in scoring defense (17.2 ppg).
Vanderbilt exploded offensively in a 55-35 win over Utah State, piling up 543 total yards and 31 first downs while holding the ball for over 33 minutes. Quarterback Diego Pavia was the centerpiece of the attack, completing 26 of 34 passes for 321 yards and five touchdowns. Pavia also added 79 rushing yards and a score on nine carries, while Jamezell Lassiter broke a 48-yard run as part of his 52 yards on just two attempts. Vanderbilt’s ground game finished with 222 yards on 30 carries, averaging 7.4 yards per rush. Through the air, Junior Sherrill led the receiving corps with six catches for 91 yards and three touchdowns. Nationally, Vanderbilt entered the week ranked No. 22 in scoring offense (37.8 ppg) and No. 28 in total offense (439.5 ypg).
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