The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama Crimson Tide</a> have taken a bad turn and their season is now under duress. The team’s momentum shifted and they are now facing an early do-or-die situation. Amid the turmoil, many narratives have brewed on the program’s stars. However, an Alabama coach was quick to shut down a claim on QB Jalen Milroe and WR Ryan Williams.



The Crimson Tide suffered their second loss of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> season against the Tennessee Volunteers in Neyland Stadium. In only three weeks, Alabama has fallen off from first place to fifteenth in the nation. The team must get back on track before they spiral out of control. 



The Tide’s biggest stars have not been able to produce lately, and many suggested QB <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jalen-milroe">Jalen Milroe</a> was forcing the ball to freshman WR Ryan Williams during Bama’s loss in Knoxville. However, wide receivers coach JaMarcus Shephard shut down any speculation and made it clear that the narrative was unfounded.



“Milroe did not force the ball anywhere,” Shephard said after Wednesday’s practice, via BamaOnLine. “We’re not forcing it anywhere. Let’s change that narrative right now. That did not happen.“



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241023_BUS_258514_Jalen-Milroe-4-of-the-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-leaves-the-field-after-his-teams-victory-against-the-G-1024x576_7b68c329.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jalen Milroe #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide leaves the field after his team&apos;s victory against the Georgia Bulldogs at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama." class="wp-image-246628" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-4-of-the-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-leaves-the-field-after-his-teams-victory-against-the-G-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-4-of-the-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-leaves-the-field-after-his-teams-victory-against-the-G-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-4-of-the-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-leaves-the-field-after-his-teams-victory-against-the-G-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-4-of-the-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-leaves-the-field-after-his-teams-victory-against-the-G-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-4-of-the-Alabama-Crimson-Tide-leaves-the-field-after-his-teams-victory-against-the-G.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption> Jalen Milroe #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide leaves the field after his team’s victory against the Georgia Bulldogs at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.</figcaption></figure>



Milroe attempted 45 pass attempts during the loss to the Vols. Ryan Williams was targeted 18 times, which adds up to 40% of Milroe’s dropbacks. Williams caught 8 passes for 73 yards and a touchdown. The 17-year old is the team leader with 649 receiving yards and seven touchdowns on 31 catches. However, the coaches believe the offense wasn’t centered on the true freshman wideout.


 

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“I think that we distributed the ball to where it should’ve been going all week long, all throughout the game,” Shephard said. “That’s where the ball should’ve been going. If it was supposed to go somewhere else, it would’ve went somewhere else. That’s not us designing every play to try to get the ball to one single person. If that’s where the ball was supposed to go, that’s where it went.”



<h2>Shephard on freshman standout Ryan Williams</h2>



After a historic breakout game against the Georgia Bulldogs (six catches for 177 yards and a TD), Williams has failed to surpass the 100-yard mark in his next three <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> games. In Knoxville, Williams had a career-high eight receptions but couldn’t be as explosive as he was versus the Dawgs. WR coach Shephard had a message for Williams.



“The young man just has to continue to fight and continue to use great technique to be able to find ways to get even more separation. … He created separation on a number of different plays. But it just depends on is he the front side of the read, the back side of the read on certain plays. That’s what it really comes down to. The kid did a great job of finding ways to separate from the defenders throughout the game.”



<h2>Upcoming test</h2>



Milroe and Williams will look to get back on track with a solid outing against Missouri. The Crimson Tide’s offense must spread the ball a whole lot better when they face off with a fierce Tigers’ defense. Mizzou has only allowed 157.6 passing yards per game. No. 15 Alabama will host No. 21 Missouri on October 26th at 3:30p.m. ET in Bryant-Denny Stadium.

NCAAF News: Alabama coach strongly denies recent narrative on Jalen Milroe and Ryan Williams

NCAAF News: Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer makes something clear about Jalen Milroe&#039;s struggles

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama Crimson Tide</a> is facing decisive matchups early on its season. Under head coach Kalen DeBoer, the team holds a 5-2 record and their playoff aspirations are in jeopardy. Amid the turmoil, alumni and Baltimore Ravens star running back Derrick Henry sent Jalen Milroe and rest of players a strong message.



Fans in Tuscaloosa are going through an unprecedented slump. Alabama has not lost three games in a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> season since 2010. Eight weeks into this year’s campaign the Crimson Tide has already fallen twice, in shocking defeats to Vanderbilt and Tennessee. No game is a lock for DeBoer’s side and they are now walking on thin ice as they gear up for the final stretch.



Quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jalen-milroe">Jalen Milroe</a> has struggled lately, taking a toll on his individual stats and the team’s offensive production. Moreover, the Heisman Trophy seems well out of the window for Milroe, instead the main focus is getting the Tide’s season back on track.



Amid the team’s struggles, the 2015 Heisman Trophy Winner <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/derrick-henry">Derrick Henry</a> gave Milroe and the team some strong advice: “The back against the wall now,” Henry said, via On3. “You’re still the same ‘Bama team. Did you have some adversity? Yeah. But that doesn’t define you, it’s about how you overcome it. You’ve gotta have leaders step up, embrace that role more than ever, the team gotta be closer more than they have been to be able to go on this run.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241023_BUS_258249_Derrick-Henry-1-1024x576_db3c5d13.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Derrick Henry" class="wp-image-242604" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/09/Derrick-Henry-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/09/Derrick-Henry-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/09/Derrick-Henry-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/09/Derrick-Henry-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/09/Derrick-Henry-1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Derrick Henry #22 of the Baltimore Ravens runs the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at M&amp;T Bank Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland.</figcaption></figure>



“And I still feel like y’all the same ‘Bama team. Y’all gonna play defense, you can score from anywhere on the field, you’ve got everything you need to be a championship caliber team, you just gotta go out there and do it.”


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<h2>Derrick Henry’s stats in Alabama</h2>



Derrick Henry played three years at the college level in Tuscaloosa. Under head coach Nick Saban, Henry thrived and became one of the most dominant half-backs in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a>‘s recent history. As we’ve seen first-hand, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a> star was able to keep that elite level in the pros. 



During his college career, Henry tallied 3,591 rushing yards and 42 TDs in 39 games. He added 17 receptions for 285 yards and three scores. Henry was named the best player in the 2015 season, taking home the Heisman Trophy over finalists Christian McCaffrey and Deshaun Watson.



<h2>Alabama’s four Heisman Trophy Winners</h2>



Henry’s 2015 honor was the second time in school history that a Tide player earned the award. Previously, in 2009, running back Mark Ingram won the school’s first Heisman. After Henry, wide receiver Devonta Smith and quarterback Bryce Young hoisted the trophy in consecutive years, 2020 and 2021, respectively. Henry was the only Bama Heisman winner to fall out of the first round in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> Draft.

NCAAF News: Ravens star Derrick Henry sends strong message to Jalen Milroe, Alabama players

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama Crimson Tide</a> took their second loss in three weeks at the hands of rivals Tennessee Volunteers. After a frustrating loss in the “Third Saturday of October” game, many fingers pointed at QB Jalen Milroe’s costly mistakes. Head coach Kalen DeBoer made something clear on Bama’s signal caller. 



It’s been a tale of two halves for Jalen Milroe’s 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> season. The Crimson Tide QB was among the top candidates for the Heisman Trophy heading into this campaign. His first games reaffirmed his candidacy, but his production has taken a toll recently and his mistakes have held back Alabama in crucial matches.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jalen-milroe">Milroe</a> is tied for second in interceptions thrown in the SEC. The Tide’s QB has thrown two interceptions in his last consecutive outings. Alabama barely beat South Carolina, despite the offensive turnovers, but against No. 11 Tennessee the giveaways became too big to overcome and the Vols prevailed 24-17. 



Though Milroe tends to compensate for his INTs with his ground game ability, against Tennessee he failed to reach the endzone for the first time this season. After the game, Kalen DeBoer made an honest assessment on Jalen Milroe as many theorized health issues may be holding the QB back.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241021_BUS_256869_Jalen-Milroe-3-1024x576_4501c31c.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jalen Milroe" class="wp-image-256085" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-3-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-3-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-3-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jalen-Milroe-3.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Jalen Milroe #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide scrambles with the ball as James Pearce Jr. #27 of the Tennessee Volunteers pursues during the second quarter at Neyland Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Knoxville, Tennessee. </figcaption></figure>



“So there’s nothing that’s gonna be holding him back from going out there and being able to help us get a win. I’m confident of that,” DeBoer said, via BamaOnline.com. “At this point in the year, I don’t think there’s many guys that play a lot of snaps who don’t have something and just working through it. But he’s more than capable, and as he goes through the week, you’re just ready to play on Saturdays.“


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<h2>DeBoer faces early litmus test on first season at the helm</h2>



The criticism in Tuscaloosa is not limited to Milroe’s recent play. First-year head coach DeBoer is facing harsh backlash as the team has struggled under his coaching as they had never before with Nick Saban at the top of the chain of command. DeBoer needs Milroe to get back to his best game, as the QB struggles, the head coach is aimed at, too.



Alabama will face two tough matchups with ranked opponents in the SEC, up next. First off, the Tide will host No. 21 Missouri in a must-win game. In a span of three weeks, Bama fell off from the top place in the AP Top-25 to the 15th spot. A loss to Mizzou could ultimately wipe them off the rankings, altogether. 



On November 9th Alabama will face perhaps their biggest test of what’s left on their schedule as they visit Death Valley to take on the Louisiana State Tigers who have gotten hot lately and are looking as a silent threat in the conference. Stakes are high in Tuscaloosa and the winds have changed. Alabama is no longer the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a>‘s juggernaut it once was, and they must find their new identity as soon as possible.

NCAAF News: Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer makes something clear about Jalen Milroe's struggles

NCAAF News: Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer makes something clear about Jalen Milroe's struggles - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAAF</a> is slowly approaching the end of the season, and teams are entering a critical phase. A new loss for the Alabama Crimson Tide, this time against the Tennessee Volunteers, raises questions for both the team and the coaching staff. HC Kalen DeBoer was clear about this situation.



Led by the talented Jalen Milroe, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama-crimson-tide">Crimson Tide</a> traveled to Knoxville with the intention of putting on a strong performance. However, they faced a formidable Vols team, featuring an exceptional Nico Iamaleava, and ultimately fell, 24-17.



After the game, visibly frustrated with his team’s performance, Coach DeBoer sat down with the press to share his feelings following the second loss of the season.



“Obviously a tough loss, frustrating loss. We’ve had two now. Just can’t play team football, can’t bring it together. One side of the football has highlighted moments, and the other side stumbles. And some missed opportunities. You try to look inward after every game, and we’ve got to continue to do the same,” the experienced HC stated.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241020_BUS_256060_Kalen-DeBoer-1-1024x576_d7ae0f16.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kalen DeBoer" class="wp-image-256073" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kalen-DeBoer-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kalen-DeBoer-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kalen-DeBoer-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kalen-DeBoer-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kalen-DeBoer-1-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kalen-DeBoer-1-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kalen-DeBoer-1-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kalen-DeBoer-1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Head coach Kalen DeBoer of the Alabama Crimson Tide reacts during the fourth quarter against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Knoxville, Tennessee.</figcaption></figure>



“I know we’ve got a locker room that’s hurting. I feel like there’s always a common feel in the locker room after a loss, but these guys–– I have no doubt in my mind that they poured everything into the preparation. Just frustrated. We can’t get over the hump,” DeBoer finally concluded.


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<h2>The strategy that didn’t work against the Vols</h2>



DeBoer knew he was facing a tough opponent and had to maximize the potential of his star QB <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jalen-milroe">Jalen Milroe</a> to gain an advantage. However, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-volunteers">Tennessee</a> proved to be too much for Bama, and the HC acknowledged their superiority.



“They’re a physical defense up front, and we knew you’d have to have a mix of run and pass. Tried to use J-Mil in the run game as well, but just trying to get a flow. Trying to find a time where you can get in a rhythm. The penalties hurt us to where you’re behind the sticks. Trying to stay patients. Trying to, even at the end– not the last drive, but the second-to-last drive–– trying to stay with it,” DeBoer stated.



Ultimately, he recognized where one of the shortcomings was that prevented them from overcoming the Volunteers: “When you don’t have the explosives, it’s just too hard to stack plays a whole length of the field. You have to have some type of explosive plays.”



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<h2>What’s next for Alabama Crimson Tide?</h2>



<ul><li>vs Missouri, October 26th</li><li>vs LSU, November 9th</li><li>vs Mercer, November 16th</li><li>vs Oklahoma, November 23rd</li><li>vs Auburn, November 30th</li></ul>

NCAAF News: HC Kalen DeBoer delivers harsh self-criticism following another loss for Alabama

NCAAF News: HC Kalen DeBoer delivers harsh self-criticism following another loss for Alabama - Bolavip US

Next weekend, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAAF</a> will witness one of the most exciting matchups of the week as the Alabama Crimson Tide travel to Knoxville to take on the Tennessee Volunteers, aiming for their sixth victory of the season. Their star QB, Jalen Milroe, issued a serious warning to their rivals ahead of the game.



Ahead of one of the most pivotal matchups of the season, QB <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jalen-milroe">Milroe</a> spoke with the media and shared his feelings about facing Nico Iamaleava’s team: “I feel pretty confident,” the talented player stated.



“We have a lot of guys in the locker room that acknowledge the rivalry and acknowledge what it takes to win, acknowledge all the work that needs to be done during the week so that we can put our best foot forward when it comes to this Saturday… It’s gonna be big for us to communicate effectively.” he also added. 



The team led by Kalen DeBoer came off a tough loss against Vanderbilt, but rebounded last weekend with a new victory, this time against South Carolina, winning 27-25.



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<h2>Milroe acknowledges the defensive efforts of the Volunteers</h2>



While quarterback Jalen Milroe expressed confidence about the upcoming matchup against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-volunteers">Tennessee</a>, he also made it clear that they will be facing a tough opponent, particularly in terms of their defense.


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“On my end, the defense is really talented,” Jalen Milroe stated. “They have a lot of guys that play physical, that box really good, their defensive line has a lot of pressure on the quarterback when it comes to the run game and passing game… We have to prepare as much as possible and understand what they’re gonna try to give us as far as fits as a group. It’s just all about preparation.”



<h2>Kalen DeBoer and a key victory over South Carolina</h2>



The victory over South Carolina last weekend was a breath of fresh air following the tough loss to Vanderbilt. Regarding this situation, it was <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama-crimson-tide">Alabama</a>‘s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/ncaaf-news-alabama-hc-makes-pivotal-admission-on-milroe-after-narrow-win-over-south-carolina">HC DeBoer himself who made a clear statement about Milroe. </a>



“I’m really intentional with him because I know how hard he is on himself,” DeBoer said, via On3. “And this is really going back to – I wasn’t with him last year, but I know in spring ball and just how he was and knowing that we are fighting for each other, fighting with each other – that’s not just me and him. That’s our football team.”

NCAAF News: Alabama QB Jalen Milroe sends strong warning ahead of game vs Volunteers

NCAAF News: Alabama QB Jalen Milroe sends strong warning ahead of game vs Volunteers - Bolavip US

Alabama Crimson Tide is riding on its most critical times since Nick Saban’s departure. Head coach Kalen DeBoer knows his team is not looking like itself and its season is in jeopardy. Alabama barely prevailed over South Carolina, just one week after the historic collapse to the Vanderbilt Commodores. After the nailbiting triumph, DeBoer addressed Crimson Tide QB <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jalen-milroe">Jalen Milroe</a>‘s late play.



It’s not looking great for Alabama in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> right now. Playoffs berth is no longer a lock and the Tide will be in a short leash for the coming weeks. Any further missteps, and they could fall out of contention, altogether. Against the Gamecocks, Alabama had their chance to right their wrongs from the past weekend at Nashville, however, they only brought more questions upon themselves.



DeBoer’s side fell from No.1 in the nation to seventh place in only two-weeks time. Fans in Tuscaloosa can hold on to the win over Georgia, however, as the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> season progresses, that triumph might become a distant memory. 



Jalen Milroe has taken a toll to his game, too. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Tide</a>‘s quarterback has fallen on the Heisman Trophy rankings and his play has been irregular during Bama’s last two matchups. Kalen DeBoer made a pivotal admission on Milroe, who threw for 209 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions. Although he added two scores through the ground.



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“I’m really intentional with him because I know how hard he is on himself,” DeBoer said, via On3. “And this is really going back to – I wasn’t with him last year, but I know in spring ball and just how he was and knowing that we are fighting for each other, fighting with each other – that’s not just me and him. That’s our football team.”


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“Those tight game moments, we’re all in this together, and we wanna to continue to learn. And so I’m gonna remind him, coach him up on the situations we’re in, how to apply the things we’ve talked about throughout the course of our time together so far. He’ll remember anything that happened this game. He’s gonna remember what happened to him four weeks ago, and that’s what I love about him.”



<h2>Fire test for DeBoer, Milroe, and Bama</h2>



Alabama needs to bounce back immediately. Narrow wins over inferior SEC opponents are not going to cut it, especially after the embarrassing loss to the Commodores. The Crimson Tide must put on a clinic and return to their best form. DeBoer and Milroe need to prove they are still the program capable of taking down the Georgia Bulldogs. In Week 8, they’ll face a tough opponent, providing an opportunity to set a strong example.



On October 19th, Milroe’s side will travel to Tennessee to take on the Volunteers. The last time the Crimson Tide visited Neyland Stadium, the Vols prevailed 52-49 on an instant classic.

NCAAF News: Alabama HC makes pivotal admission on Milroe after narrow win over South Carolina

NCAAF News: Alabama HC makes pivotal admission on Milroe after narrow win over South Carolina - Bolavip US

In their sixth appearance in the NCAAF, the Alabama Crimson Tide, facing a crucial game against South Carolina, will be eager to bounce back from their loss to Vanderbilt. Star quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jalen-milroe">Jalen Milroe</a> aims to lead a team that has lost a key player in their system for several minutes due to injury.



The player in question is none other than CB Domani Jackson, who left the field with what appears to be a tough injury for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama-crimson-tide">Bama</a> player. Journalist Mike Rodak via his X (formerly Twitter) account posted: “Alabama CB Domani Jackson, with a towel over his head, carted to locker room.”



The incident involving Jackson occurred in the first half when the Alabama CB was chasing South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers. After the tackle, Jackson limped off the field under his own power and into the injury tent.



Although it was believed that the injury was serious, college sports reporter Pete Nakos updated the situation via his X account: “Domani Jackson is available to return, per ABC broadcast.”



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After recovering and making his return to the game, it was Domani Jackson himself who intercepted the South Carolina QB on the final play, securing a new victory for Alabama, this time by a score of 27 to 25



<h2>Getting back in the ring after a loss</h2>



The loss to Vanderbilt last weekend hit hard for a program like Alabama, which is understood to be one of the best in college football in the United States. Once the game was over, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/ncaaf-news-alabamas-qb-jalen-milroe-makes-major-admission-after-loss-against-vanderbilt">QB Jalen Milroe made a strong self-criticism regarding the performance.</a>


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“It’s all about how you can reflect and how can you refine and get better. That’s going to be critical for us to have the 24-hour rule. Regroup, refocus. Challenge each other to get better.”, the talented QB finally stated.



<h2>What’s next for Alabama Crimson Tide?</h2>



<ul><li>Tennessee, October 19th</li><li>Missouri, October 26th</li><li>LSU, November 9th</li><li>Mercer, November 16th</li><li>Oklahoma, November 23rd</li></ul>

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