Defensive coaches have seen tape from LSU, Texas A&M, and Florida on the Tide. Coach Saban said Monday that teams copy each other, so Alabama is going to see similar looks from defenses.
Before it plays Arkansas or Auburn, Alabama’s woes on the offensive line must be fixed.
1. Offensive line woes must be fixed
The Tide forced six sacks and two interceptions. Alabama rendered the Warhawks to three conversions on 20 third-down attempts. Louisiana-Monroe had 92 yards offensively, including nine yards rushing, and punted 12 times. Offensively, Jacob Coker had two touchdown passes, ArDarius Stewart and Calvin Ridley each had a touchdown catch, and the Tide rushed for 100+ yards.