Back to the NCAA Newsfeed

Alabama's potential run to national title will hinge on health of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa

The preseason Amway Coaches Poll is out. USA TODAY's Paul Myerberg breaks down the biggest college football story lines from the top 25. USA TODAY

Vince Passas could hardly believe what he was seeing.

Still unable to fully plant his left leg after suffering a severe high ankle sprain five weeks prior, Tua Tagovailoa sailed his pass behind intended target Jerry Jeudy as Clemson cornerback A.J. Terrell stepped in front of the short screen for a 44-yard interception return and a touchdown to end Alabama’s opening offensive series. It came during January’s College Football Playoff national championship game.