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Alabama Rallies from 17 Down to Defeat Oklahoma 34-24

12/20/2025

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Summary

Story summary

No. 9 Alabama, the University of Alabama, overcame a 17-point deficit to beat No. 8 Oklahoma 34-24 in Norman.
Zabien Brown of the University of Alabama intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown.
Ty Simpson of the University of Alabama threw two touchdown passes.
Oklahoma's Tate Sandell of the University of Oklahoma missed two late field goals.
Alabama advances to face No. 1 Indiana in the Rose Bowl.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Rose Bowl on January 1, 1923, marked a pivotal moment in college football, with the University of Southern California defeating Penn State 14-3 before over 53,000 fans. This event highlighted the growing popularity of college athletics and established a tradition of competitive postseason games, which continues today as teams like Alabama and Oklahoma vie for national recognition.

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Story summary

No. 9 Alabama, the University of Alabama, overcame a 17-point deficit to beat No. 8 Oklahoma 34-24 in Norman.
Zabien Brown of the University of Alabama intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown.
Ty Simpson of the University of Alabama threw two touchdown passes.
Oklahoma's Tate Sandell of the University of Oklahoma missed two late field goals.
Alabama advances to face No. 1 Indiana in the Rose Bowl.

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