Alabama rallies for 50-36 comeback win against Florida State
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Alabama secured a 50-36 comeback victory over Florida State on September 19 at Saban Field in Tuscaloosa. Facing weather delays and an early deficit, Alabama turned the game around with a dominant second quarter, leading 23-7 during that period. Quarterback Keelon Russell posted the best performance of his career, completing 23-of-30 passes for 320 yards and three touchdowns, while also rushing for a touchdown. The Crimson Tide’s defense struggled, allowing 471 total yards, 377 of which were through the air. Alabama kicker Conor Talty was perfect on field goals, making all three attempts.
- •Alabama improves to 2-0 this season with the victory.
- •Keelon Russell accounted for four total touchdowns.
- •Florida State gains 471 yards, emphasizing defensive challenges for Alabama.
- •The game experienced multiple weather delays affecting gameplay.
- 2:44 AMESPN — Bama racks up 615 yards to flip script on FSU in comeback win
- 1:26 AMYahoo Sports — Alabama Survives Florida State After Wild Comeback
- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — Instant reactions to Alabama's comeback win vs. Florida State
"Alabama survived a major scare Saturday night. The Crimson Tide erased a 15-point deficit and held on to defeat Florida State 50-36 in a wild Week 3 matchup at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The win moved Alabama to 3-0 while Florida State fell to 1-2. For a while, it looked like Florida State was going to pull…
"Alabama avoided a near upset with a thrilling 50-36 comeback win Saturday night against Florida State. Here are some instant reactions to the win.
"No. 10 Alabama responded to a fast start from Florida State, turning a 21-6 deficit into an eventual 50-36 win on Saturday.
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External links- ESPNSep 20, 2026, 2:44 AMBama racks up 615 yards to flip script on FSU in comeback win
No. 10 Alabama responded to a fast start from Florida State, turning a 21-6 deficit into an eventual 50-36 win on Saturday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 1:26 AMAlabama Survives Florida State After Wild Comeback
Alabama survived a major scare Saturday night. The Crimson Tide erased a 15-point deficit and held on to defeat Florida State 50-36 in a wild Week 3 matchup at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The win moved Alabama to 3-0 while Florida State fell to 1-2. For a while, it looked like Florida State was going to pull…
- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 1:10 AMInstant reactions to Alabama's comeback win vs. Florida State
Alabama avoided a near upset with a thrilling 50-36 comeback win Saturday night against Florida State. Here are some instant reactions to the win.
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