re: Do you think Bama's offense changes at all this week?

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I agree, and to be honest, I doubt either teams moves the ball consistently against the others defense. Those who are expecting a replay of last year's game will be disappointed.

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Interestingly, last year's game was tied 24 just before 9:45 left in fourth when Howard put us up to 31.

So it was *mostly* a defensive/ balanced game until fairly late. Then it just blew wide open with craziness, especially the last few minutes.

I'm expecting this year to be similar minus the craziness at end. My prediction is 31-20 (Alabama winning). Which I feel really odd saying as I am definitely very nervous about this game, but that's what my gut is feeling.

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Interestingly, last year's game was tied 24 just before 9:45 left in fourth when Howard put us up to 31.

So it was *mostly* a defensive/ balanced game until fairly late. Then it just blew wide open with craziness, especially the last few minutes.

I'm expecting this year to be similar minus the craziness at end. My prediction is 31-20 (Alabama winning). Which I feel really odd saying as I am definitely very nervous about this game, but that's what my gut is feeling.

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Yes, you are correct.Midway throught the 4th I think Clemson will remember that OJ is an eligible receiver and I don't think Clemson will be able to protect Watson long enough to hit his receivers deep. They are good receivers and they will make some plays, but not as many as last year. Not against this defense.I fully expect a defensive game.This favors Bama. If Watson can turn it into another late game shootout, then I am not sure if Hurts can keep up.