Jenai Eastman

12/9/2024

michigan

For the first time in four years, the Michigan Wolverines find themselves outside of the College Football Playoff, but they are still heading to the postseason. Michigan will face the Alabama Crimson Tide in the ReliaQuest Bowl, scheduled for December 31st at noon Eastern Standard Time. The game will be held at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, home to the NFL's Buccaneers. This matchup revisits last year's College Football Playoff semifinal at the Rose Bowl, where Michigan pulled off a thrilling 27-20 overtime victory over Alabama before capturing the National Championship title. Interestingly, facing his former team, Kalen DeBoer now leads Alabama as head coach; he was with Washington last year. The Wolverines enter the game at 7-5, fresh off a narrow win over Ohio State, marking their fourth straight victory in this historic rivalry. Alabama also enjoys momentum after a recent 28-14 victory over Auburn, concluding their regular season with a 9-3 record but missing the SEC Championship game. As excitement builds, fans can expect a compelling storyline between these two powerhouses on New Year's Eve.