Why Kent State will win: The Golden Flashes enter Tuscaloosa with a record of 1-2. Their only win came against FCS opponent Monmouth, with their losses coming to North Carolina A&T and Penn State. Mylik Mitchell brings a dual threat option to the table for Kent State. He has passed for 353 yards and 5 touchdowns while also rushing for 113 yards. Kent State will be tasked with slowing down the Alabama rushing attack that has been dominate so far this season.
Why Alabama will win: The Crimson Tide overcame a three touchdown deficit to defeat Ole Miss on Saturday.