Alabama at South Carolina

The South Carolina Gamecocks opened some eyes with an impressive 13-0 run to start the season, but there is a lot to be concerned about in their 16-2 record. They have played one of the softest schedules in the country. Despite the 13-0 start, they were never able to rise very high in the polls. This team is not as talented as the record suggests. Alabama put a crushing defeat on them for their first loss of the season just over two weeks ago, as the Tide won in blowout fashion 73-50. The Tide allowed just 50 points in that game, and in their last 12 have held opponents to less than 40% from the field. Alabama is off a win at home vs. Tennessee, and offer another strong challenge to South Carolina, and this one plays out a lot closer than the line indicates. Play on Alabama.