re: Super Duper SEC Bowl Matchup Breakdown and Predictions

SUGAR BOWL CFP SEMIFINAL - ALABAMA VS OHIO STATE

Overall
BAMA - 1
OSU - 2

When BAMA Has the Ball
BAMA Run O : 8
OSU Run D : 37

BAMA Pass O : 3
OSU Pass D : 26

When OHIO STATE Has the Ball
OSU Run O : 1
BAMA Run D : 1

OSU Pass O : 1
BAMA Pass D : 26

Special Teams
BAMA : 91
OM : 20

Analysis & Prediction
The stats on the OSU offense site are really less effective in analysis since most of those were compiled with JT Barrett at QB. If Jones plays like he did against Wisconsin then you have to think OSU will have some success going up top. OSU's ground game will be much different as Jones is not the same runner Barrett is, and I don't think OSU will have much success without the QB threat running. OSU has very good receivers and Jones has a huge arm, so you can guarantee they will test the ball skill poor Alabama secondary. On the flip side, I think OSU's defense is a little better version of Missouri. Alabama has clear advantages in the run and pass game, and OSU will have issues (as does everyone) in slowing Cooper and not getting beat by others. Finally, this type of game is one where Alabama's traditional field goal woes could hurt.

ALABAMA 31 - OHIO STATE 21