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No. 8 Alabama Opens at Florida State as Ty Simpson Makes First Start

The matchup serves as an early barometer of Alabama's road form against a transfer-laden Florida State debuting new coordinators.

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Ty Simpson #15 of the Alabama Crimson Tide runs the ball during the second half against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Bryant-Denny Stadium on August 31, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
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Overview

  • Kickoff is 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC from Doak Campbell Stadium, with Joe Tessitore and Jesse Palmer on the call and Katie George reporting.
  • Fourth-year junior Ty Simpson makes his first career start at quarterback for Alabama, stepping in with receiver Ryan Williams and a veteran core.
  • Alabama is without running back Jam Miller for a few games due to a dislocated collarbone, with guard Jaeden Roberts in concussion protocol and defensive lineman Tim Keenan III expected to be limited.
  • Oddsmakers list Alabama as a clear favorite, with spreads around 13.5 to 14 points and a total near 49.5, per BetMGM and other sportsbooks.
  • Florida State turns to quarterback Thomas Castellanos and unveils an overhaul that includes nearly 50 newcomers and new coordinators Gus Malzahn on offense and Tony White on defense.