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5 significant takeaways from Alabama’s victory over WKU

Gary Cosby Jr. - USA Today Sports

The University of Alabama started its 2024 college football season with a victory over Western Kentucky.

Alabama fans showed Kalen DeBoer overwhelming support by recording a sellout number of over 100,000 in Bryant-Denny Stadium to witness a 63-0 impressive win. DeBoer played a lot of players and the Crimson Tide showed flashes of elite potential.

Below are the five most significant takeaways from the game.

1. The “Swarm Defense” is real

Kane Wommack pitched a shutout in his first matchup as Alabama’s defensive coordinator.

The Crimson Tide allowed just 145 yards to the Hilltoppers, including 42 yards rushing.