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Alabama Seeks Redemption Against Eastern Illinois in Final Home Game

11/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The University of Alabama football team hosts Eastern Illinois at Bryant-Denny Stadium for the final home game, with kickoff at 1 p.m. CT on ESPN+.
Alabama, ranked No. 10 with an 8-2 record and 6-1 in the SEC, seeks a rebound after a 23-21 loss to Oklahoma.
Eastern Illinois, 3-8, has not scored more than 20 points in six straight.
Alabama carries a 50.5-point spread.

History

Historical Context

The 1978 NCAA Division I-A football season marked a significant shift in college football, introducing a new ranking system. Alabama, led by Coach Bear Bryant, won the national title by defeating No. 1 Penn State 14-7 in the Sugar Bowl. This season established the competitive landscape of college football, influencing recruitment strategies and rivalries that persist today.

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Story summary

The University of Alabama football team hosts Eastern Illinois at Bryant-Denny Stadium for the final home game, with kickoff at 1 p.m. CT on ESPN+.
Alabama, ranked No. 10 with an 8-2 record and 6-1 in the SEC, seeks a rebound after a 23-21 loss to Oklahoma.
Eastern Illinois, 3-8, has not scored more than 20 points in six straight.
Alabama carries a 50.5-point spread.

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