Alabama at Oklahoma: A Statistical Preview
The Alabama Crimson Tide is set to face off against the Oklahoma Sooners in a highly anticipated matchup. Here are some key statistics to consider ahead of the game:
Recent History
The two teams have met six times previously, with Oklahoma holding a 3-2-1 edge. However, Alabama won the most recent matchup 45-34 in the Orange Bowl on December 29, 2018.
Strength of Schedule
Alabama has played the toughest schedule in the nation, according to NCAA rankings. The Crimson Tide’s nine NCAA FBS opponents have compiled a 66-25 record this season, a .725 winning percentage that’s the highest in the nation.
Rushing Attack
Alabama has three players with at least six rushing touchdowns this season: QB Jalen Milroe (17), RB Jam Miller (7), and RB Justice Haynes (6). Only two other teams in the nation have three players with at least six rushing touchdowns this season.
Conference Struggles
Oklahoma has lost four consecutive conference games, equaling the Sooners’ longest in-season league losing streak in program history.
Punt Return Defense
Alabama has allowed just 5 punt return yards this season, tied with Texas State for the fewest in the nation.
QB Performance
Alabama QB Jalen Milroe has six games this season with at least 100 passing yards and two or more rushing touchdowns, tied with New Mexico QB Devon Dampier for the most in the nation.
Coaching Record
Kalen DeBoer is looking to become the first Alabama coach to win nine games in his first season. Frank Thomas holds the current record with a 9-1 record in 1931.
November Winning Streak
Alabama has won nine consecutive games in November, the longest current winning streak in the SEC for the 11th month.
Pre-Iron Bowl Streak
Alabama has won 16 consecutive games before facing Auburn, with the Crimson Tide set to face the Tigers on November 30.
School Records
Jalen Milroe has set the Alabama single-season record for rushing touchdowns by a quarterback with 17.
Takeaways
Alabama leads the SEC with 24 takeaways this season, including 14 interceptions and 10 fumble recoveries.
Scoring Defense
Oklahoma has won 89 consecutive games when holding its opponent to 22 or fewer points.
First-Quarter Performance
Alabama has outscored its opponents 101-22 in the first quarter this season, while Oklahoma has outscored its opponents 58-48.
Point Responsibility
Jalen Milroe has accounted for 194 points this season, the most in the SEC and third-most in the nation.
Conference Offense
Oklahoma’s offense has averaged just 271 yards per game in conference contests, the lowest average in the SEC this season.
Scoring Streak
Alabama’s scoring streak stands at 320 games, the third-longest in SEC history.
