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Alabama captures national title with overtime win over Georgia

USA TODAY Sports' George Schroeder takes a look back at the biggest story lines in college football from this past year. USA TODAY Sports

ATLANTA — Analyzing Alabama's dramatic 26-23 overtime win over Georgia in the College Football Playoff championship game.

1. Dynasty won’t be denied

Georgia owned Alabama in a way no opponent had during the Nick Saban era, but only for 30 minutes. While Georgia players gathered on their sideline as halftime came to a close, Alabama remained in its locker room, waiting to return to the field until just seconds remained before kickoff christened the third quarter.