The Alabama Crimson Tide suffered a disappointing 24-3 loss to the Oklahoma Sooners in Week 13, marking their third defeat of the season and likely ending their College Football Playoff hopes. The game highlighted key issues for Alabama, including quarterback Jalen Milroe’s struggles, coaching decisions, and defensive lapses.
Milroe, who had shown promise earlier in the season, had a career-worst performance, completing just 11 of 26 passes for 164 yards and three interceptions, one returned for a touchdown. His lack of production on the ground and costly turnovers were pivotal in Oklahoma’s dominant showing.
First-year head coach Kalen DeBoer has faced growing pains, with Alabama looking uncharacteristically inconsistent this season. This loss, their third on the road, saw Alabama manage only a field goal while allowing Oklahoma to dominate both offensively and defensively. Key mistakes, such as penalties and turnovers, plagued the Crimson Tide throughout the matchup.
Oklahoma’s defense was relentless, forcing three turnovers and holding Alabama to its lowest point total of the season. Meanwhile, Sooners running back Xavier Robinson shined with 107 rushing yards and two touchdowns, sealing Oklahoma’s upset victory and bowl eligibility.
Alabama now finds itself in unfamiliar territory, facing questions about its direction under DeBoer and significant gaps to address heading into the offseason.