- To consistently best Georgia’s Kirby Smart, Kalen DeBoer needs to dominate the line of scrimmage. That’s the consensus across expert outlets and Alabama’s own coaching staff:
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- ️ Why Controlling the Line Matters
- 1. It sets the tone.
According to Coach DeBoer himself, beating Georgia ultimately comes down to physical dominance up front and flawless execution . - 2. It balances the game.
SI highlighted the importance of sustained drives—Alabama regularly scored quickly, but time of possession battles favor Georgia; winning up front allows Alabama to chew clock, keeping their defense fresh . - —
- ✅ What That Means in Practical Terms
- Focus Area Why It Matters
- Run blocking success Enables Alabama to chew up clock and wear down Georgia’s defense.
Pass rush intensity Puts pressure on Kirby Smart’s QB, like Carson Beck, disrupting their rhythm .
Minimizing turnovers Protecting the ball in the trenches prevents giving Georgia short-field opportunities . - —
- Summing It Up
- Everything stems from trench play:
- Win up front, and Alabama can sustain drives, control the clock, and limit Georgia’s elite defenders.
- Pressure the QB, forcing mistakes.
- Reduce turnovers, denying Georgia easy scoring chances.
In short: take charge at the line of scrimmage, execute cleanly, and protect the football—that’s how DeBoer can topple Kirby Smart again.
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