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Alabama Avenges Upset, Silences Vanderbilt 30-14 in Second-Half Surge

Red-zone miscues by Diego Pavia, plus viral antics from Johnny Manziel, shaped the aftermath.

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Oct 4, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) is tackled during the second half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Crimson Tide outscored the Commodores 16-0 after halftime in Tuscaloosa, securing a 30-14 win one year after Vanderbilt’s upset.
  • Diego Pavia went 21-for-35 for 198 yards with one touchdown and one interception and committed two red-zone turnovers, including a fumble.
  • Video captured Pavia practicing a pregame victory kneel, then exchanging NSFW words with an Alabama fan as he exited the field.
  • Johnny Manziel, on Vanderbilt’s sideline in a Pavia jersey, was filmed flipping off Alabama fans and taunting the crowd late in the game.
  • Alabama moved up to No. 8 in the US LBM Coaches Poll; Vanderbilt stayed in the Top 25, with Alabama visiting Missouri on Oct. 11 and Vanderbilt hosting LSU on Oct. 18 after a bye.