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Alabama will kick off its 2022 campaign as the No. 1-ranked team in the country despite falling to Georgia in the College Football Playoff national ...

vs. ET, 6:30 p.m. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. For those planning on tuning in to Alabama vs. ET on Saturday, Sept. Utah State game will broadcast live on SEC Network starting at 7:30 p.m. The Aggies came away with the 31-20 victory behind quarterback Logan Bonner, who connected for three touchdown passes. The Crimson Tide have debuted at No. Alabama will kick off its 2022 campaign as the No. Bonner went 20 for 29 with 281 yards.

Going back to the 1930s and into the Alabama Football, Saban Era, check out these ten memorable Alabama Crimson Tide games.

See the winning play below. The memorable No. A late score gave Georgia the win. The Crimson Tide’s 1965 opener certainly. In the 1937 season, the Tide went back to the Rose Bowl and lost to California, 13-0. The Crimson Tide won 110-0.

Meanwhile, star pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. returns as the team's sack leader. On the other side, Utah State is coming off an 11-3 season in 2021 and a ...

[Nick Saban](https://www.masslive.com/umassfootball/2022/06/how-much-nick-saban-and-dabo-swinney-have-truly-dominated-the-college-football-playoff-college-football-survivor-show.html). [fuboTV](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=1810038&subId3=xid:fr1661917026835jgc Fans who don’t have cable can also stream the matches via a la carte streaming services like [DirecTV](https://www.directv.com/stream/) and [fuboTV](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=1810038&subId3=xid:fr1661917026835bhe 1 Alabama (0-0), Saturday at 7:30 p.m. [DirecTV](https://www.directv.com/stream/) - Fans who have cable can use login credentials from their TV provider to watch via [WatchESPN](https://www.espn.com/watch/) or the [ESPN app](http://www.espn.com/espn/apps/espn). It’s a chance for the Crimson Tide to get key transfers some game action in the system. ET (SEC Network) Saturday’s game will air on [SEC Network](https://www.masslive.com/patriots/2013/12/espn_hires_tim_tebow_as_colleg.html). [WatchESPN](https://www.espn.com/watch/) Heisman Trophy winner [Bryce Young](https://www.masslive.com/umassfootball/2022/08/ranking-bryce-young-caleb-williams-cj-stroud-and-the-qbs-who-could-lead-playoff-runs-college-football-survivor-show.html?outputType=amp) returns at quarterback as the Tide bring back another loaded lineup, including transfers Jermaine Burton, Jahmyr Gibbs and Tyler Steen. [Sling](https://www.sling.com/) Bama starts off the season at the No.

Analyzing Saturday's Utah State at Alabama odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Ty Lockwood, an Alabama football commitment, pulled in two catches in the first quarter in his first game of TSSAA season.

Lockwood also had a 4-yard catch in the first quarter. "He's got a ways to go," Independence first-year coach Scott Stidham said. "He's not ready to play a full game. The game was postponed at halftime due to lightning and scheduled to start at 1 p.m. 2 college football prospect played in his first game of the season. Centennial led 14-10 when the game was stopped with Independence receiving the ball first.

Last year, they upset Georgia to win the SEC championship but lost to the Bulldogs in the title game. On Saturday, Alabama is looking to kick off the new 2022 ...

They have been a mainstay at the top of the polls and are once again one of the favorites to make the playoff and win the national championship. It was not the start they were hoping for, but they were able to recover to get the 31-20 win. The Aggies took down UConn last Saturday, but not until they had to come back from a 14-0 deficit in the first quarter.

Alabama will square off against Utah State at 6:30 p.m. CDT Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa.

Alabama most recently failed to score 10 points in a game in a 9-6 overtime loss to LSU on Nov. 283 Games have been played by Alabama since it was most recently shut out, a school record and the fourth-longest scoring streak in SEC history. The Tide’s most recent loss in a non-conference regular-season game came on Nov. 114 Games have been played by Alabama since the Crimson Tide most recently lost two in a row, the nation’s longest streak without consecutive losses. The Crimson Tide’s most recent loss in the ninth month to a non-conference opponent in Bryant-Denny Stadium is a 19-16 setback against Northern Illinois on Sept. The Crimson Tide’s most recent loss to a non-conference opponent at home is a 21-14 defeat by Louisiana-Monroe on Nov. 145 Consecutive Alabama games have featured at least 10 points for the Crimson Tide, the longest streak for scoring in double figures in major-college football history by 19 games. LSU had a 52-game regular-season winning streak against non-conference opponents that started with a 35-10 victory over The Citadel on Sept. 24 Consecutive September games have been won by Alabama, the longest current winning streak in the ninth month in the nation. The Crimson Tide’s most recent loss in a season-opening game came 20-17 to UCLA on Sept. The streak started after a 20-13 loss to Oklahoma on Sept. 18 Consecutive seasons have featured a victory for Alabama in its first game in Tuscaloosa.

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama Football finished last season 13-2 and fell in the national championship game to Georgia despite beating the Bulldogs by 17 in ...

Xavier Williams, an Aggie WR, is a former Alabama player and will get a shot at his former team today in Tuscaloosa at 5:30 p.m. They’ve won the title in each game they’ve played in. This will be the Aggies’ only scheduled Power Five opponent and it’s against what some may say is the best football program in college football history. Each of those stats ranked second in the country in 2021. With three titles in six national championship appearances, the Tide are going to be as dominant as they have been in the last 15 seasons — it will just be with some different faces. — Alabama Football finished last season 13-2 and fell in the national championship game to Georgia despite beating the Bulldogs by 17 in the SEC title game.

Logan Bonner looks to lead the Aggie offense against Alabama, but he will do so without his three favorite receivers from last season. Deven Thompkins was one ...

Cobbs caught eight passes for 108 yards and a touchdown in the Aggies season opener and figures to be a big part of their offense going forward. He caught 59 passes for 880 yards with the Terrapins, with most of that production coming from former Alabama quarterback [Taulia Tagovailoa](https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/alabama-football/former-alabama-qb-taulia-tagovailoa-announces-transfer-destination/). [Justin McGriff](https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/players/justin-mcgriff-1.html) is the leading returning receiver and may be poised for a breakout season. He had 35 grabs for 414 yards and six touchdowns in 2021, and caught one of Bonner’s touchdown passes in week zero against the Huskies. In the Aggies’ first game of 2022 against UConn, he threw for an efficient 281 yards and three scores with no picks. For the year, he threw for 3,628 yards and 36 touchdowns to 12 interceptions.

Google trends record that Alabama Crimson Tide is the most searched-for college football team over the last five years. Who is talking about Alabama ...

I’m most curious about the Bama searches in Maine. In fact, Hawaii and Alaska both made the list. Keep reading to find out who is talking about Alabama football.

The Alabama Crimson Tide will face off against the Utah State Aggies at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium. After a 13-2 record last year and ...

A pair of last-season offensive stats to keep in the back of your head while watching: Bama was second best in the nation in passing touchdowns, finishing the 2021 season with 48. Bama has the odds in their favor, so they'll need to guard against complacency. After a 13-2 record last year and an appearance in the CFP Championship, the Crimson Tide are coming in with an eye to spark another quality season.

Live stats, plays and scoring as the Crimson Tide takes on the Aggies inside Bryant-Denny Stadium.

- Alabama won the toss and deferred to the second half. Utah State punts the ball to the Alabama 29. "Best team on the planet," Utah State coach Blake Anderson said about Alabama. - Kobe Prentice made the first reception of the season for Alabama and is tackled after a 5 yard gain. Safety Hunter Reynolds was on the Michigan team that faced the Crimson Tide in the 2020 Citrus Bowl. 1st and 10 Alabama at the Utah State 34 with 4:37 left to play in the first quarter. - After a 23-yard gain on first down, the Aggies are stopped on their own 46-yard line on fourth down. However, he was announced as a starter in the stadium ahead of the game. was dressed out, but was not practicing with the first string. - Utah State is forced to punt on 4th down. While head coach Blake Anderson is in just his second season for Utah State, the Aggies competed the 2021 season with a 11-3 overall record and a Mountain West championship. McKinstry received the punt at the 31-yard line, but only advanced to the Alabama 40 before being driven out of bounds.

Published: Sep. 03, 2022, 3:41 p.m.. MFB. 8/30/22 MFB Practice Alabama quarterback Bryce Young (9) Photo by ...

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But tight end Cameron Latu, who had been dealing with a knee injury in the preseason, was in full uniform during warmups and participating. LIVE UPDATESAlabama ...

"I think he’s starting to get more confident," Saban said. In late August, when asked about Harrell's progress, Nick Saban said Harrell had a sprained foot for a while. He was not in uniform.

Find out how to watch, live stream or TV channel and game time information for the College Football matchup between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Utah ...

He's also caught two passes for 33 yards (33.0 per game). When it comes to receiving, he also caught 36 passes for 296 yards (19.7 receiving yards per game) and put up two touchdowns. took 269 carries for 1,334 rushing yards (88.9 yards per game) and scored 14 touchdowns. He grabbed 96 receptions for 1,135 yards and eight touchdowns. Utah State at Alabama - Utah State committed one more turnover last year (22) than Alabama forced (21). - Utah State forced eight more turnovers last season (21) than Alabama committed (13). - Alabama averaged 15.5 more points last year (39.9) than Utah State allowed (24.4). Below is an article containing all the details you need, including Alabama and Utah State Stats Utah State The No.

Welcome back to Bryant-Denny Stadium. No. 1 Alabama hosts Utah State (1-0) for the Tide's 2022 season opener. Check here for live updates as kickoff gets ...

--2:56 left in the second quarter, Alabama 34, Utah State 0. -- 9:56 left in the first quarter, Alabama 3, Utah State 0. The upper-deck has begun to clear out as Alabama gets closer to its first win of 2022. -- 0:20 left in the second quarter, Alabama 41, Utah State 0. End of 3: Alabama 55, Utah State 0. --As Utah State continues to struggle to move the ball, Alabama wants more points. James Burnip bombed his opening try of the year 51 yards downfield to the Utah State 32-yard line. Backup quarterback Jalen Milroe checked into the game with a play-action dump-off to Burton for 11 yards and a first down. The left side of Alabama’s line collapsed and the Aggies appeared to be in man-coverage. --Alabama won the toss and deferred to the second half. Alabama kept going pass first as Burton and Prentice continue to gash the secondary. 12:48 remaining in the first and Bryce Young will take over at the 29-yard line.

Even though the Crimson Tide scored at will against Utah State, the zero was the most impressive number on the scoreboard.

Utah State (1-1) had 23 yards on its first play, and the Crimson Tide played like it was mad about it the rest of the night. When it had third-and-long on its initial possession the Aggies quickly conceded rather than take its chances, and called a run. They tried not to be, but the television broadcasters were in awe. Utah State subsequently went for it for fourth down at its own 34 and didn't come close to connecting on the pass. It came out during the first quarter when No. Granted, Utah State struggled some against UConn last week, and might not be as good as advertised. Instead, it relied on that plays like the one by Anderson after his third-series break was over, when he came back and absolutely destroyed the running back for a loss. The former was just the second to finish first nationally in all four major defensive statistics, and the latter just missed. 1 Alabama had an early 10-point lead, and junior linebacker Will Anderson Jr. Yet even before that, Utah State seemed to look at No. For this game, it didn't matter much as the quarterback reloaded and hit Traeshon Holden for the subsequent score, and had five touchdown passes in the first half, and ran in another before taking a seat. However, the Aggies are still led by their offense.

The buzz gained steam when the former four-star prospect from Texas showed big-play, highlight-reel ability in the A-Day spring game in April. His finest moment ...

In 2021, Milroe only saw the field in cleanup duty when Alabama held colossal leads. Milroe was listed second on the initial depth chart behind Young, while Simpson was third. But Milroe prevented Simpson from taking the backup job. “He’s improved in his knowledge; it’s very important to him. He's received strong reviews from the Crimson Tide this preseason, too. Milroe also displayed how he can be dangerous with his legs.

Chris Stewart is temporarily filling in for legendary voice Eli Gold on the Alabama radio broadcasts, and during the first touchdown of the season, ...

Stewart also took over for Gold on basketball games 20 years ago. Chris Stewart is temporarily filling in for legendary voice Eli Gold on the Alabama radio broadcasts, and during the first touchdown of the season, Stewart delivered a class tribute to Gold. Chris Stewart delivers classy tribute to Eli Gold during Alabama touchdown call

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Junior quarterback combined for 295 yards of total offense and six touchdowns to lead the top-ranked University of Alabama football team ...

- 13:37 – UA - 00:15 – UA - 02:56 – UA [Jaylen Moody](/roster.aspx?rp_id=7280) paced all Tide defenders with five tackles, including one for loss and one quarterback hurry. [Jahmyr Gibbs](/roster.aspx?rp_id=8149) finished with 93 yards on nine carries in his Crimson Tide debut. [Bryce Young](/roster.aspx?rp_id=7324) combined for 295 yards of total offense and six touchdowns to lead the top-ranked University of Alabama football team past Utah State, 55-0, Saturday night in front of 98,321 fans inside Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Alabama Football defeated Utah State with a final score of 55-0, and many players from the Crimson Tide got onto the field and made an im...

(AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)Traeshon Holden (5 receptions, 70 yards, 2 TDs) Kobe Prentice (5 receptions, 60 yards) Jermaine Burton (5 receptions, 35 yards, 2 TDs) Jase McClellan (2 receptions, 25 yards, 2 TDs) Isaiah Bond (2 receptions, 23 yards) Kendrick Law (2 receptions, 22 yards) Miles Kitselman (2 receptions 18 yards) Trey Sanders (1 reception, 10 yards) Roydell Williams (1 reception, 7 yards) Christin Leary (1 reception, 6 yards) Jahmyr Gibbs (1 reception, 5 yards) The 2022 Alabama Football season is officially underway. Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY SportsBryce Young (5 carries, 100 yards, 1 TD) Jahmyr Gibbs (9 carries, 93 yards) Jamarion Miller (7 carries, 32 yards) Jase McClellan (5 carries, 23 yards) Roydell Williams (3 carries, 15 yards) Jalen Milroe (2 carries, 10 yards) Trey Sanders (1 carry, 5 yards)

Bryce Young threw for five touchdowns and rushed for another in Saturday's 55-0 win over Utah State, joining ua Tagovailoa as the only players in Alabama ...

Alabama's 55-0 win represented the largest margin of victory in a season opener under Saban. He also had one quarterback hurry. 1 overall pick in next year's NFL draft, Anderson had five tackles, including one tackle for loss. [Jermaine Burton](https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/_/id/4429033/jermaine-burton). Tagovailoa had seven touchdowns in a 2019 game against Ole Miss. "But that was definitely interesting.

No Jameson Williams or John Metchie III, no problem for Bryce Young. Jermaine Burton and Traeshon Holden appeared to effortlessly slip into the large shoes left ...

"So as we watch the film, we’ll evaluate it and keep going from there." In the postgame, Burton called his first game in a Crimson Tide uniform a "blessing." "How things have turned out, he’s had to wait his turn, but he’s been working really, really hard, and he’s a really smart guy, really good player," Young said. "[Bryce] reads the defense, and then throws it to the guy based on what the defense does," Saban said. I'm excited to keep building with him and the rest of the offense." Alabama head coach Nick Saban was also pleased with Young and the offense's ability to distribute the ball to multiple players. I mean I love the players. And to say it's a new group for the Alabama starting quarterback would be an understatement. They all did a good job in the run game, in the pass game, with everything. "Getting a few different targets in the end zone was really, really cool," Young said. Even if the ball doesn’t end up in your hands, everyone plays a role in the offense. Young said it was great to see such a balance of receivers and touchdown receptions.

First, it was Kobe Prentice, then Jermaine Burton and finally, Jahmyr Gibbs made his presence known as Alabama steamrolled Utah State on Saturday night.

Elsewhere, first-year Tide players Isaiah Bond and Miles Kitselman had a pair of receptions with most of the backups checked in. [welcomed earlier this summer](https://www.al.com/alabamafootball/2022/08/georgia-transfer-burton-surprised-by-alabama-greeting-after-title-game.html) with open arms, he was the Crimson Tide’s most-targeted receiver with nine tries and hauled in five passes for 35 yards. On Alabama’s second drive of the game, Prentice split the secondary for back-to-back gains of 17- and 25-yards, finding the soft spots in Utah State’s (1-1) zone coverage. The Calera native caught Young’s first pass of the game on a screen and got yanked down by his face mask. The quick start was triggered by Prentice, a freshman continuing his quick rise through training camp and up the depth chart. Jahmyr Gibbs, as expected, handled the bulk of the rushing attempts and averaged 10.3 yards a carry.

There's a reason why Nick Saban's Alabama football program is no. 1 in the nation. They showed exactly that as they demolished Utah State.

I thought we had good intensity. I thought we had good energy. They showed exactly that on Saturday night as they demolished Utah State to start off the 2022 season.

Utah State coach Blake Anderson was brutally honest about the difference between his team and Alabama.

This was a game that he had to come play. “I wish this wasn’t the environment that our team had to be in,” he said. They’re going to hit you until you throw a flag. “He won the Heisman Trophy for a reason. “He played exactly how I anticipated,” Anderson said. “They’re as good as I thought.

Alabama wide receiver Tyler Harrell will not play in the Crimson Tide's season opener against Utah State with a foot injury, according to reports.

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Bryce Young was sensational. The defense pitched a shutout and Nick Saban went deep into his roster. The Crimson Tide was not perfect and the performance must ...

No. 2 on the all-time wins No. There were some times when the line failed to get much push. Alabama rushed for 285 yards and a 9.2 yards-per-carry average. That is a big reason why Saban has 86 wins when coaching a No. The defense pitched a shutout and Nick Saban went deep into his roster.

Bryce Young was doing Bryce Young things in the first half of No. 1 Alabama's game against Utah State on Saturday night at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

It was the second time the Alabama quarterback has thrown for five scores in one half. Young threw for 195 yards and five scores. He had just thrown a 9-yard scoring strike to Traeshon Holden to cap a three-play, 34-yard drive.

Once Williams left with a knee injury, like Metchie had in the SEC Championship Game, Alabama's once potent offense didn't have near as much success. It made ...

He finished the day with five receptions for 35 yards, proving to be a solid target for Young in the red zone. Other receivers contributed as well, but this core group of three receivers looks to be a solid one for Alabama. He returned to practice this week after dealing with a knee injury. He was seen in a walking boot on the sideline Saturday. He proved to be dynamic for Alabama, also catching two touchdowns. From the first drive, he was a prime target for Bryce Young.

Well, it sure didn't seem like Bryce Young had the Heisman Hangover in his first game back for Alabama against the Utah State Aggies. The Crimson Tide football ...

Can Bryce Young, Nick Saban, and the rest of the Roll Tide crew push through this adversity? [beatdown](https://clutchpoints.com/alabama-football-news-nick-saban-crimson-tide-make-history-with-55-point-demolition-of-utah-state/) of the Aggies, the legendary coach praised Young’s development not just as a player, but also as a leader. Well, it sure didn’t seem like Bryce Young had the Heisman Hangover in his first game back for Alabama against the Utah State Aggies.

Utah State was the latest unfortunate team to show up at Bryant-Denny Stadium on an opening night. The top-ranked Crimson Tide won its 21st straight season- ...

But that second attempt was blocked and set the Aggies up at the Bama 31-yard line. Saban might point to the fact that his star quarterback led the team in rushing and not one of his stable of running backs. It almost helped spoil the shutout, but the Tide’s backup defenders rose up and stopped Utah State on downs inside the red zone. That’s the stuff a perfectionist like Saban hates and can point to with vigor. He was possessed from the opening play, rolling up almost 300 yards of total offense and 6 touchdowns in a little over a half. But a big part of Young’s game is his legs, so it’s not alarming, and his prized transfer running back Gibbs had a strong Bama debut with 93 yards, including a 58-yard burst on the first play from scrimmage of the second half. The yardage breakdown was almost exactly even, as the Tide finished with 281 yards passing and 278 yards rushing. The Tide didn’t force a turnover, but it really didn’t need to, since it was getting the offense the ball back continuously by forcing the Aggies to punt 10 times. Utah State managed just 7 first downs, 1 coming on the first play of the game, and went 3-for-17 on third down. Was this Georgia or Ohio State or USC on the opposite sideline on Saturday night? They went for it on 4th-and-1 at their own 34-yard line when it was only 10-0 in the first quarter. Utah State was the latest unfortunate team to show up at Bryant-Denny Stadium on an opening night.

Nick Saban and Alabama start the 2022 season off right. Here are five takeaways from Alabama football's annihilation of Utah State.

I know it’s Utah State, but those numbers against air are pretty good. His 58-yard scamper to start the second half was just the first of many he will have for Alabama this season. Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports Also, water is wet. Bryce Young showed why he is one of the premier players in college football as did star defender Will Anderson. [Nick Saban](https://rolltidewire.usatoday.com/tag/nick-saban/) has to be pleased with how his team performed in Week 1 of the 2022 season, especially his first units on each side of the ball.

Alabama football defeated Utah State 55-0 to kick off its 2022 season. Bama Hammer grades out each position group for the Crimson Tide.

He did a very good job of being patient and taking off with the football at opportune times, something he didn’t really figure out until the second half of last season. He made great decisions, eluded pass rushers with ease, and spread the ball around to a multitude of receivers. For the game, he totaled 195 yards through the air and 100 yards on the ground on only five carries.

Alabama football will learn something about itself at Texas that Utah State couldn't reveal, but the Crimson Tide would rather teach than learn.

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The SEC regularly will supply four or more qualifiers in 12-team playoff, but don't expect Alabama vs. Georgia as often in national championship.

If you enjoy Blake’s coverage, consider [a digital subscription](https://subscribe.tuscaloosanews.com/) that will allow you access to all of it. [Blake Toppmeyer](https://www.knoxnews.com/staff/2648210001/blake-toppmeyer/) is an SEC Columnist for the USA TODAY Network. After a mixed-bag performance in the Rebels’ 28-10 win against Troy, Kiffin is smart to take advantage of a soft September schedule to get a full evaluation of his quarterbacks. Email him at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) and follow him on Twitter [@btoppmeyer](https://twitter.com/btoppmeyer). Defensive depth remains a concern, and Florida softened against the run after halftime, but, when it mattered most, Florida outmuscled a physical opponent. “It’s just tough to move the ball on those guys.” and Ventrell Miller set the tone on defense. But if you enjoyed seeing SEC vs. 1 and earned a bye, while Georgia would have been seeded fifth and would have played a first-round game. SEC championship – in other words, Alabama vs. [College Football Playoff expansion makes room for the nerd](https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/sports/columns/2022/09/03/cfp-expanding-to-12-teams-but-dont-mistake-inclusion-for-contention/65471696007/)

Edwin Diaz loved the Tide used his entrance music at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Meanwhile, Sarkisian also said that [former Alabama player Agiye Hall has returned to the Longhorns lineup](https://www.al.com/alabamafootball/2022/09/texas-steve-sarkisian-jahleel-billingsley-serving-six-game-ncaa-suspension-agiye-hall-back-with-team.html). Here’s at least one person who is all in on the Week 1 music selection. The All-Star closer has a special connection to that song. [reported that the play list at the stadium was a little stale](https://www.al.com/alabamafootball/2021/09/does-bryant-denny-have-a-playlist-problem-ranking-alabama-footballs-stadium-anthems.html). [RELATED: Will Anderson just destroyed a Utah State running back](https://www.al.com/alabamafootball/2022/09/watch-will-anderson-destroy-utah-state-running-back-social-media-reaction-is-immediate.html) [Crimson Tide blanked Utah State 55-0](https://www.al.com/alabamafootball/2022/09/instant-analysis-alabama-almost-flawless-in-55-0-win-over-utah-state.html).