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Recap: Alabama Narrowly Escapes South Carolina

10/12/2024

Alabama 27, South Carolina 25

TLDR: Well folks, it was a nail-biter down in Tuscaloosa. Alabama, sittin’ at number 7, dodged a bullet from the Gamecocks of South Carolina. It was one of them heart-stopping SEC battles that we Southerners can’t get enough of. The Tide, now holdin’ a respectable 5-1 record, barely managed to hold onto a 27-25 victory. Domani Jackson stepped up big at the final whistle, interceptin’ a desperate pass from LaNorris Sellers right there at the goal line. Tide fans could finally exhale and soak in the victory. Now, over these last few weeks, Alabama’s found themselves in some close shaves. First, they eked out a win against Georgia in a real barn-burner, 41-34. They wasn’t so lucky against Vanderbilt, fallin’ 40-35 the next week. Coach Kalen DeBoer, he’s gotten used to these white-knuckle finishes and says the boys need to tighten up a bit to avoid such drama. South Carolina fought valiantly, with Sellers connectin’ on a 31-yard beauty to Nyck Harbor with mere seconds on the clock. That brought the Gamecocks within a whisker of a tie, but fate just wasn’t on their side. Jalen Milroe, the Tide’s quarterback, had a tough day but came through when it mattered most, with a clutch 34-yard touchdown pass to Germie Bernard. He made some mistakes, sure, but those mistakes didn’t stop Alabama from grabbin’ the W. The Gamecocks, on the other hand, put up a good fight but fell short on a big ol’ field goal attempt that would’ve changed the whole game, bless their hearts. As the dust settles, Alabama looks ahead to a tough one against Tennessee, while South Carolina heads over yonder to face Oklahoma.


Now, lemme tell ya how it all unfolded in Alabama’s latest gridiron tussle. There we were, eyes glued to the screen, and our boys found themselves right on the edge again, faced with a tough nut to crack on South Carolina. With the ball flyin’ and hearts poundin’, the Tide eked out a 27-25 win, breathin’ a sigh of relief as Domani Jackson snagged that last-second pick to seal the deal.

It was a real wild game, I tell ya. ‘Em Bama boys sure know how to keep us on our toes. In the openin’ minutes, Alabama surged ahead with a lead just as sweet as Grandma’s pecan pie. But wouldn’t ya know it, them Gamecocks clawed right back into it like a cat chasin’ a laser pointer. Tide fans were feelin’ a bit uneasy by the half, watchin’ their comfy lead narrowed to a measly two points thanks to a series of mishaps and South Carolina’s impressive plays.

Coach DeBoer, bless his heart, has got himself quite used to these finishes. He reckons there’s plenty more the Tide could do to tidy things up and spare my old ticker. He loves preachin’ about findin’ a way to win, and by gum, they did just that, even as the odds kept stackin’ against ‘em. Glory be to Domani Jackson, who had that timely interception that turned what could’ve been a heartbreakin’ tale into a victory story.

Both quarterbacks, Jalen Milroe for the Tide, and LaNorris Sellers for the Gamecocks, had their fair share of battle scars from the day’s events. Milroe pulled through at the end with a touchdown pass that helped nail the coffin shut on South Carolina’s comebacks dreams. His two previous interceptions must’ve weighed heavy, but he showed grit when it was all on the line, showcasing that southern spirit we love.

South Carolina put up a fight, no denyin’ that. Sellers delivered a pretty pass to Nyck Harbor, bringin’ the Gamecocks within a whisker of Alabama. But fortune wasn’t favorin’ their bit to tie the game. They gave it a valiant try, them Gamecocks, but ultimately came up shy as the seconds ticked off the clock like molasses in winter.

Next week, the Tide’s got a big road trip over to Tennessee. That’s gonna be somethin’ to see, whether the team finally finds some dominant footing or if they keep givin’ us these heart-thumpers. As for South Carolina, they’ve got Oklahoma on their hands — another tough battle on the horizon.

As always, I’ll be here watchin’, spannin’ generations of Alabama fans under one roof, with enough BBQ and sweet tea for the whole family. Lookin’ forward to cheerin’ on my beloved Bama, hopin’ them boys make it just a tad easier on this old soul next time around.


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Authored by Bruce Ailer

Bruce Ailer

Bruce Ailer is a charismatic and unapologetically passionate football aficionado hailing from the South. With a lifelong love for the game, particularly the Alabama Crimson Tide, Bruce's boisterous personality and undeniable charm make him an unforgettable presence in any football conversation.