Overview
- The Crimson Tide outgained Eastern Illinois 539-34, rushed for 269 yards and scored eight ground touchdowns, their most rushing TDs in a game since 1979.
- Backups and freshmen logged extensive snaps as the defense surrendered just 34 total yards, and the team reported no new injuries.
- Quarterback Ty Simpson threw two interceptions, extending his turnover streak to seven straight games.
- Kicking concerns persisted after Conor Talty missed a 28-yard field goal and was replaced by freshman Peter Notaro, with Kalen DeBoer later voicing support for Talty.
- WR Germie Bernard, C Parker Brailsford and TE Josh Cuevas did not play; Bernard is expected back, Brailsford is tracking to return, and Cuevas' Iron Bowl availability remains unclear with conflicting reports.