Initial takeaways from Alabama beating South Carolina

Oct 25, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) scrambles for a first down on fourth down against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn ImagesAlabama football defeated South Carolina 29-22 on the road to improve to 7-1.

Here are some initial takeaways from the game:

Alabama football’s rushing attack is in a funk

Alabama has to find a way to get its run game going on a consistent basis. Recent struggles have helped stifle the Crimson Tide’s offensive rhythm. This improved as the game went on.

Kalen DeBoer Continues To Struggle To Get His Team Ready For Trap Games

Alabama…