GAME CAPTAINS: Alabama's captains for the 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship Game against Clemson were seniors Jake Coker, Ryan Kelly and Reggie Ragland, along with junior Derrick Henry. The Tigers won the opening toss and elected to defer to the second half, with the Crimson Tide receiving the ball to start tonight's contest.
SERIES HISTORY: Tonight's game marked the 16th meeting between Alabama and Clemson in the history of the two programs. With the win, the Crimson Tide owns a 13-3 advantage in the series.