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Alabama Overpowers Vanderbilt 30-14 as Pavia and Manziel Draw Sideline Heat

A second-half shutout capped by Keon Sabb’s late interception delivered payback for last season’s upset.

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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
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Overview

  • The game was 14-14 at halftime, and Alabama held Vanderbilt scoreless after the break to finish on a 16-0 run.
  • With 12:37 remaining and Vanderbilt at the Alabama 17, Diego Pavia’s pass for Eli Stowers was intercepted by safety Keon Sabb, halting the best go-ahead chance.
  • Ty Simpson threw for 340 yards with two touchdowns, and Jam Miller rushed for 136 yards during an 8:29 drive that helped put the result beyond doubt.
  • Pregame video showed Pavia practicing a victory-formation kneel and a celebratory ball toss during warmups at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
  • Postgame footage captured Pavia exchanging NSFW words with a heckling fan, while Johnny Manziel, on Vanderbilt’s sideline in a Pavia jersey, made obscene gestures toward Alabama fans.