re: Jake Fromm vs. Alabama

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When you're playing Alabama, the game is on the line on every single play. We should know this more than any other fan base by now.

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Any individual play can change the outcome of the game but you still have to play smart, disciplined football to beat them. The slide from Fromm on 2nd down when protection busted was disciplined. The execution of the fake punt was not. The fake punt had more of an impact on the outcome than the slide, as we had an immediate turnover on downs from the punt vs. another try to convert after the slide.

Football is situational and the best course of action is determined based on the situation. A slide on 1st or 2nd down is preferred to protect the QB but on 3rd or 4th down, it's preferable to risk it to move the chains.