For the sixth time in the 14-year tenure of Nick Saban, Alabama is college football’s national champion.
The Crimson Tide capped off an undefeated season by trouncing Ohio State, 52-24, in Miami on Monday night. It was a close game early, but Alabama opened up a sizable lead as the second quarter progressed thanks to the outstanding efforts of Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith.
The senior wide receiver caught 12 passes for 215 yards and three touchdowns — all in the first half. His second and third scores came in the final 3:19 of the second quarter and increased the Tide’s lead from 21-17 to 35-17 at the break.