Michigan put up a fight, but ultimately did not have enough to hang with Alabama for 60 minutes in the Citrus Bowl.
Alabama fell behind 16-14 at halftime, but dominated the second half en route to a 35-16 victory. Mac Jones, making his third start for the injured Tua Tagovailoa, had a big day — especially when throwing to Jerry Jeudy, who finished with 204 yards on six receptions.
Jones hit Jeudy in stride for an 85-yard touchdown on Alabama’s first play from scrimmage. He later connected with Jeudy on a 58-yard gain early in the fourth to set up the touchdown that would ultimately put the game out of reach for the Wolverines.