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Alabama Should only play 5 Schools
Sure, Alabama has formulated a collegiate dynasty over the last decade, but there's always been one concerning storyline surrounding Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide -- their suspect strength of schedule.
Many news outlets and schedule gurus have even ranked 'Bama's SOS as the weakest in the entire SEC for the upcoming 2019-2020 season.
Well, in a recent conversation with ESPN's Chris Low, the lauded head coach claimed that he would like his program to ONLY play fellow Power 5 schools from here on out. Kind of ironic and convenient, no?
"I've always said, 'Let's play all Power 5 games,' " Saban said during the Friday interview. "I was in the NFL where we played all the games against NFL teams. But let's play at least 10 Power 5 games. It would be better for the players, better for the fans, and I think you wouldn't have to worry that if you lost a game that you wouldn't have as much of a chance to still be in the College Football Playoff. They talk about strength of schedule now, but how do you really evaluate that?"
It's about d--- time, coach.
Yes, we are aware of the fact that the Crimson Tide lead all Power 5 schools in games played against teams that finished in the Top 25. And yes, Saban's men are 14-3 in those games (including 4-2 in the CFP). However, you have to be as narrow-minded as can be to not admit that Alabama gets FAT each season against lower-tier programs that stand no chance against them.
Are we relieved that Saint Nick is open to turning over a new leaf? Absolutely. But it was far, far too-long overdue.