Alabama Prepares for Crucial SEC Game in Norman

Alabama football is gearing up for a crucial SEC matchup against Oklahoma, with a win necessary to maintain a chance at the College Football Playoff. The Crimson Tide is coming off a dominant 52-7 victory over Mercer, allowing several non-starters to gain valuable playing time. Head coach Kalen DeBoer, along with coordinators Kane Wommack and Nick Sheridan, emphasized the importance of preparation and consistency for the upcoming game, recognizing Oklahoma's strong defense and the need to adapt to their diverse offensive strategies. Alabama's defense has shown significant improvement, focusing on takeaways and maintaining consistency, which will be vital against Oklahoma's offense. The game in Norman is set for 6:30 p.m. CT on Saturday and will be broadcast on ABC. Both teams are preparing intensively, with Oklahoma entering the game following a bye week, hoping to rebound from a challenging SEC season.