Ty Simpson Leads No. 10 Alabama to 30-14 Victory Over No. 16 Vanderbilt

No. 10 Alabama secured a 30-14 victory over No. 16 Vanderbilt, led by quarterback Ty Simpson who threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns despite an early interception. Simpson's dynamic performance, including his ability to improvise and extend plays, highlighted his emergence as a potential Heisman contender and helped Alabama convert all four red zone trips into points. Alabama's offense featured a rare achievement in the Kalen DeBoer era with three wide receivers—Ryan Williams, Germie Bernard, and Isaiah Horton—all surpassing 60 receiving yards, showcasing a potent passing attack. Vanderbilt's quarterback Diego Pavia, who drew comparisons to Johnny Manziel and showed flashes of brilliance with 256 total yards, was hampered by critical turnovers in the red zone that prevented scoring opportunities. The Commodores' strong rushing attack in the first half was stifled in the second half, limiting their overall offensive production. Alabama's win improves their standing in the SEC and the AP Top 25, while Vanderbilt faces a critical week off before hosting No. 13 LSU.