The Alabama offense did not look like a modern college offense against the Bearcats. Bryce Young threw for just 181 yards, while the team rushed for an imposing 301 yards.
Young did connect with freshman wide receiver Ja’Corey Brooks for a 44-yard touchdown right before the half, but other than that the passing game was just average. Young could never really find any consistent success against the talented defensive backfield of Cincinnati, but they did enough through the air to keep the defense honest.
Brian Robinson Jr.’s career day of 204 yards on the ground carried the Tide offense. Trey Sanders also had a good day, rushing for 67 yards on 14 carries.