Alabama football defeats Florida State 50-36, defense faces scrutiny
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:41 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Alabama football defeated Florida State 50-36 on September 19, 2026, in Tuscaloosa. Quarterback Keelon Russell threw for 320 yards and scored four touchdowns, leading the Crimson Tide to a comeback after initially trailing 21-6. Alabama's offense improved after a weather delay, responding with a series of scoring drives. The defense struggled early, allowing several explosive plays, raising concerns ahead of their next matchup against South Carolina.
- •Alabama's offense scored 37 unanswered points after being down early.
- •Keelon Russell accounted for 320 passing yards and 56 rushing yards.
- •The defense allowed Florida State to score on three drives covering 216 yards.
- •Alabama faces South Carolina in their next game.
- 11:41 AMYahoo Sports — Jumbo Package: Alabama defense looks to regroup vs South Carolina
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