After a solid win in its season opener, No. 1 Alabama will look to continue to improve when it faces Fresno State for its home opener inside of Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT. Here is everything you need to know about the Week 2 matchup:
The boxÂ
No. 1 Alabama vs. Fresno State
When: Saturday, 2:30 p.m. CT
TV: ESPN2
On the call: Adam Amin | Analyst: Anthony Becht | Sideline: Rocky Boiman
Radio: Sirius 138 | XM 191
Line: -43 1/2 Alabama, O/U set at 53
Talking pointsÂ
Alabama will try to keep special teams special
The two biggest turning points in Alabama’s 24-7 win over Florida State last week were made by players that should come as no surprise — Damien Harris and Minkah Fitzpatrick. However, it’s where the two stars stepped up that’s a bit unusual.
Fitzpatrick, a preseason All-American safety, made his biggest impact last week when he came bursting through the line to block a field goal as the half expired. Harris, a 1,000-yard rusher last season, led the team in rushing with 73 yards and a touchdown on nine carries. However, his most important contribution came when he shot up the middle to block a punt in the third quarter.
