Football is all about matchups. It’s why there is no transitive property in football. You beat teams of comparable talent because you match up well with them.
Like any other football game, Texas and Alabama will be determined by matchups. There are several in which both teams have to feel good about heading into Saturday.
The Alabama defensive front is not going to take a back seat to anybody. They are ferocious with the ability to amplify their intensity.
Across the field to the other sideline, the Texas wide receiver room is a near impossible cover. Poor pass protection and errant throws could thwart their efforts.
Let’s look at who has the edge in several positional and individual matchups in the game.