Title: Alabama Crimson Tide to Face Michigan Wolverines in Rose Bowl Showdown
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Alabama football secured its spot in the highly-anticipated College Football Playoff after an impressive 11-game winning streak, culminating in a victory over Georgia in the SEC Championship. Now, the Crimson Tide is gearing up to face off against the No. 1 ranked Michigan Wolverines in the Rose Bowl on January 1, 2024.
As the excitement builds for this matchup between two historic programs, let’s dive into the statistical comparisons between Alabama and Michigan.
In terms of scoring offense, LSU dominates the field with an impressive 46.4 points per game. Michigan ranks 14th with 36.7 points, closely followed by Alabama in 18th place with 35.1 points.
When it comes to rushing offense, Liberty leads the pack with 302.9 yards per game. Alabama stands at 48th place with 172.7 yards, while Michigan follows closely at 59th with 161.8 yards. Wolverines senior Blake Corum has been exceptional, amassing 1,028 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns. However, Alabama’s Jase McClellan, despite being injured during the SEC Championship, leads the Crimson Tide with 825 yards.
In passing offense, Washington takes the top spot with an impressive 343.8 yards per game. Michigan ranks 73rd with 218.8 yards, while Alabama lands at 60th place with 228.5 yards. Michigan’s standout quarterback J.J. McCarthy boasts an impressive completion rate of 74.2%, while Alabama’s Jalen Milroe has thrown for 23 touchdowns and rushed for 12 more.
Defensively, Michigan shines in scoring defense, allowing a mere 9.46 points per game. Alabama ranks 17th, conceding 18.38 points. Wolverines have only allowed more than 20 points in games against Maryland and Ohio State, while Alabama has given up over 30 points just once in their loss to Texas.
In terms of rushing defense, UCLA sets the standard, allowing only 69.6 yards per game. Michigan ranks 5th, allowing 86.6 yards, while Alabama sits at 31st, allowing 124.5 yards.
Michigan also boasts a formidable defense in passing, allowing only 152.6 yards per game. Ohio State leads the pack with just 147.4 passing yards allowed per game, while Alabama sits at 188.8 yards.
With compelling statistics on both sides, the stage is set for an exciting showdown between Alabama and Michigan in the Rose Bowl. As both teams bring a mix of impressive offensive and defensive prowess to the table, football fans eagerly await the clash of these football powerhouses.
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