Even without Tua Tagovailoa, the immensely talented quartet of Alabama football receivers begs for a pass-heavy Crimson Tide offense. Mac Jones has been more than adequate in his passing accuracy. Meaning there has been no reason for the Crimson Tide to throw less in its post-Tua period.
Alabama football coach, Nick Saban and Offensive Coordinator, Steve Sarkisian agree a balanced offense, mixing run and pass, is the hardest offense to defend. That philosophy will not change against the Michigan Wolverines in the Citrus Bowl.
Michigan has a statistically stingy defense. The Wolverines are No. 7 in the FBS in Total Defense and even better, No.