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CFP Outlook: Is Alabama the Dark Horse You Need To Watch For?

As the <a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/ncaaf">college football</a> season nears its climax, the Alabama Crimson Tide is uniquely positioned. With just one week left in the regular season, Alabama, like every team on the board, has a path to the playoffs, albeit a challenging one. The narrative around Alabama is always tinged with expectations of excellence, largely thanks to head coach Nick Saban&#8216;s storied legacy.
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This season, however, has been a bit different for Alabama. Despite the possibility of making it into the playoffs, there&#8217;s a growing sentiment that the Crimson Tide may not be strong enough contenders for the national championship. Having closely observed their performance throughout the year, it&#8217;s evident that both offensively and defensively, they have not consistently displayed the dominant form typically associated with Tide teams.
One indicator of this perceived decline is the upcoming NFL draft. It is expected that Alabama will not have as many players drafted as in previous years, which could reflect their current on-field capabilities. This drop in draft prospects suggests that the team might not possess the same depth of elite talent that has been a hallmark of Saban&#8217;s squads.
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Looking ahead, the focus for Alabama seems to be on building and developing for next year. While they still possess the skill and coaching prowess to be a playoff team, their championship aspirations appear more subdued than in previous seasons.
While Alabama remains a formidable force in college football and could still make a playoff appearance, their chances of clinching the national championship this year seem less certain. This season could be a transitional phase for the Crimson Tide as they look to rebuild and return more robust in the coming years.
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