Cover 3 College Football CFP First-Round Previews: Alabama-Oklahoma, Miami-Texas A&M, Tulane-Ole Miss & JMU-Oregon
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Dec 15, 2025 In-depth analysis of the Alabama-Oklahoma playoff rematch focuses on offensive strategies and injury impacts. A tactical showdown is anticipated between Miami and Texas A&M, with both teams facing critical performance issues. The hosts discuss Tulane's defensive vulnerabilities against Ole Miss, and how crowd dynamics could shift the game. JMU's reliance on run game is explored, while Oregon's preparation is scrutinized amid staff changes. The transfer portal buzz includes DJ Lagway's entry, raising questions about future roster moves.
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Alabama's Late-Season Offensive Slide
- Alabama's offense has declined late in the season, making their matchup vs. Oklahoma far closer than the first meeting suggested.
- Turnovers and health (notably Ty Simpson) now drive Alabama's variance more than raw talent.
Force Protection And Tempo To Help Simpson
- Alabama should emphasize running the ball and limit Ty Simpson's exposure to pressure to reduce turnovers.
- Use tempo changes and new signals to disrupt Brent Venables' defensive preparation.
Oklahoma's Prep Time And Kicking Matter
- Oklahoma's offense looked bad much of the year but can be schemed into a few timely scores with long prep time and game tape.
- Special teams (elite kicker Tate Sandell) raise Oklahoma's winning odds in a low-scoring game.