The Alabama Crimson Tide are on upset alert against the Ole Miss Rebels on Saturday night. The Tide has struggled to score points on offense and defend the pass. Mississippi enters Tuscaloosa looking to end a length losing streak that could have the top ranked Tide in trouble.
Alabama's offense stalled against Colorado State as the team only managed 66 rushing yards. That was the fewest recorded since 2010. Their 338 total yards of offense were a far cry from the 568 yards they put up against Texas A&M. Defense and special teams continue to hold out as the offense attempts to find some sort of rhythm.
Injuries have plagued the team's efforts. Wide receiver Amari Cooper and guard Anthony Steen were both out last Saturday, but are expected to play against Ole Miss. Getting Steen back should help get the run game back on track.
Ole Miss is undefeated on the season for the first time since 1989. Hope is high as the Rebels have a well-balanced offense highlighting the team. They are coming off a bye week and are ready to not be overlooked by the Tide.
The quarterbacks will be key in the matchup. Bo Wallace is proving to be a young threat for the Rebels. In the 44-23 win against Texas, Wallace was 17 of 25 for 177 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Jeff Scott ran for 164 yards total. AJ McCarron was 20 for 26 for 258 yards and a touchdown against Colorado State.
Ole Miss has not beaten Alabama since 2003 and the Tide have won 11-straight at home against the Rebels. The matchup should prove exciting.
