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No. 15 Alabama Bounces Back For Shutout Win Over No. 21 Missouri

No. 15 Alabama bounced back following last week's loss to cruise to a 34-0 shutout of No. 21 Missouri

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TUSCALOOSA, AL — No. 15 Alabama bounced back following last week's loss to cruise to a 34-0 shutout of No. 21 Missouri at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday.


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The defense told the tale of the tape for this Top-25 matchup, with Alabama snagging three interceptions as Missouri dealt with an injured starting quarterback.

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All told, Malachi Moore, Bray Hubbard and Qua Russaw each grabbed a crucial pick in the blowout Homecoming win.

Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe finished 16-of-26 passing for 215 yards, while also contributing 50 yards on the ground on 11 carries.

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Receiver Germie Bernard made the biggest difference for the Tide passing game, catching 5 passes for 82 yards, while sensational freshman Ryan Williams was held to a surprisingly pedestrian 53 yards on 4 catches.

While running back Jam Miller contributed two rushing touchdowns and 48 yards, Justice Haynes led all rushers in the game with 79 yards on the ground on 8 carries.

In total, Alabama had 7 penalties for 85 yards, compared to Missouri's 5 penalties for 55 yards.

Alabama (6-2, 3-2 SEC) will be off next week before hitting the road for a highly anticipated matchup with LSU.


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