Alabama football will hit the road to take on the Arkansas Razorbacks Saturday.
Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CST. The game will be broadcast live on CBS.
The staff at Touchdown Alabama provide their predictions and analysis of the game.
STEPHEN M. SMITH / SENIOR REPORTER
Alabama 38 – Arkansas 17
Key Insight: Alabama is going to establish rhythm in the rushing attack because time of possession will be pivotal. If the Crimson Tide can sustain long drives and connect in the vertical passing game, it should handle Arkansas.
On defense, the Tide has to win on third down. If it gets Arkansas into 3-and-outs, it will be a long day for Arkansas.
JUSTIN SMITH / SCOUTING/RECRUITING ANALYST
Alabama 38 – Arkansas 24
Key Insight: This game could be tight for the most part with Arkansas having weapons on both sides of the football.
Both teams’ defenses will most likely determine the outcome of this one. Alabama must contain KJ Jefferson. Jefferson is a proven runner who can make some plays ith his feet, especially on third down. The Razorbacks must slow down an improving Alabama offense.
I expect this one to be close, and the Tide will pull away late.
PATRICK DOWD / ALABAMA BEAT REPORTER
Alabama 35 – Arkansas 24
Key Insight: Alabama travels to Fayetteville where it will once again be tested by the hostile crowd. It’s matchup against KJ Jefferson and the Razorbacks is the beginning of a difficult conference stretch for the Crimson Tide. The past two games haven’t exactly been stellar competition for Alabama so it may still need to iron out some wrinkles on offense. But with the leadership of Bryce Young and it’s impressive defense Alabama will come away with the win.
