Kalen DeBoer believes Alabama can win without a perfect game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 4:29 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer expressed confidence following a 49-18 victory over South Carolina at Bryant-Denny Stadium. He emphasized that striving for a perfect game can be unrealistic in college football. Rather, DeBoer highlighted the importance of teams supporting each other and covering for mistakes as essential for championship contenders. Freshman quarterback Keelon Russell had a standout performance with 365 passing yards and four touchdowns, while the defense forced two turnovers. As SEC play intensifies, DeBoer stated that complementary play is crucial for continued success.
- •Alabama defeated South Carolina 49-18 on September 27, 2026.
- •Kalen DeBoer spoke about avoiding a quest for perfection.
- •Keelon Russell threw for 365 yards and four touchdowns.
- •Alabama's defense recorded two turnovers in the game.
- 4:29 AMYahoo Sports — Alabama news: Kalen DeBoer doesn't think Crimson Tide need 'perfect game' to win
"Chasing perfection in college football can be a dangerous trap, and Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer knows it better than anyone. Fresh off a 49-18 victory over the South Carolina Gamecocks at Bryant-Denny Stadium, DeBoer made it clear that searching for an entirely flawless stat sheet isn’t what defines a championship contender. […] The post Alabama news: Kalen DeBoer doesn't think Crimson Tide need 'perfect game' to win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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