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Alabama's Disastrous Rose Bowl Loss Sparks Major Criticism

1/4/2026

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Paul Finebaum criticized the Alabama Crimson Tide after their 38-3 Rose Bowl loss to Indiana, which eliminated them from the College Football Playoff.
He described the team as 'in shambles' and questioned head coach Kalen DeBoer’s ability to lead them to a national championship, contrasting with Nick Saban’s era.
The loss marks a troubling Alabama trend.
Indiana advanced to the semifinal against Oregon, underscoring the CFP implications.

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Paul Finebaum criticized the Alabama Crimson Tide after their 38-3 Rose Bowl loss to Indiana, which eliminated them from the College Football Playoff.
He described the team as 'in shambles' and questioned head coach Kalen DeBoer’s ability to lead them to a national championship, contrasting with Nick Saban’s era.
The loss marks a troubling Alabama trend.
Indiana advanced to the semifinal against Oregon, underscoring the CFP implications.