What Alabama needs to do in second half vs. Vanderbilt

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Alabama football is tied with Vanderbilt at halftime.

This game has had a different flow to it than what many may have expected. Here is a look at some things the Tide needs to do to better to execute in the second half:

– Be Committed To The Run Game

Jam Miller is running the football and having success and so is Kevin Riley. This needs to continue to be a focal point for the Crimson Tide, specifically inside runs.

-Stop Vanderbilt Explosive Runs

Vanderbilt has gashed the Crimson Tide with big runs. The holes on those runs were big enough for a truck to drive through because Vanderbilt pushed the Tide’s defense off the ball. Alabama fared better against those runs later in the first half.

– Put Established Drives Together

Alabama football’s ability to tie plays together and sustain long drives has been a strength of the Crimson Tide this season. These will be critical in the second half.

– Better Special Teams Execution

Alabama’s Conor Talty missed a 47-yard field goal and Blake Doud had a bad punt when the Crimson Tide were already pinned back deep. This game is tight and every point counts. Field possession is also very important.

– More Explosive Offensive Plays

Alabama’s offense has had a lack of explosive plays in this one outside of its last crucial drive in the first half.