In a must-win situation for the #3 Alabama Crimson Tide in the Southeastern Conference Championship Game in Atlanta against old rival, the undefeated #1 ranked Georgia Bulldogs, the Crimson Tide completely dominated the second half to hand Georgia its first loss of the season, 41–24, and give themselves another opportunity at a national title.
Alabama had one loss coming into the game (12–1) and would potentially not receive a bid into the four-team playoff for the championship if #2–#5 all won. Now these two top teams will both certainly make the playoff.
