Alabama will host New Mexico State for their season opener on Saturday and Touchdown Alabama’s staff has there predictions set for the matchup and a couple of other important games this weekend
STEPHEN M. SMITH / SENIOR REPORTER
Alabama 56 – New Mexico State 0
Key Insight: ” Alabama is trying to build some consistency on the offensive line with some changes. The Tide also wants to run the ball cleaner. On the defensive side of the ball, Alabama will look to build off of Duke performance. They want to get after the quarterback, make some plays and build some momentum.”
Other Big Game Predictions:
LSU over Texas
Texas A&M over Clemson
Season Record: 2-1
JUSTIN SMITH / SCOUTING/RECRUITING ANALYST
Alabama 56 – New Mexico 7
Key Insight: “This game will give some of Alabama’s freshmen, who will play a big role when the Tide starts conference play, a chance to get some more in-game experience. Tua Tagovailoa and Alabama’s offense will also look to start fast as they do not want to stumble out the gates two weeks in a row.”
Other Big Game Predictions:
LSU over Texas
Clemson over Texas A&M
Season Record: 3-0
PATRICK DOWD / BREAKING NEWS REPORTER
Alabama 59 – New Mexico State 3
Key Insight: “New Mexico State is overmatched in this game, but it gives the Tide a good opportunity to build some momentum heading into SEC play. It also should be a huge confidence booster for the team as they get to play in front of their home crowd.”
Other Big Game Winners:
LSU over Texas
Clemson over Texas A&m
Season Record: 3-0
