The Vanderbilt Commodores recorded arguably the largest win in program historical past on Saturday by upsetting top-ranked Alabama 35-40.
The Crimson Tide gained the opening toss and deferred. Vanderbilt instantly drove down the sector for a 7-yard landing run by Sedrick Alexander to take the lead. I
It was the primary time since 2007 Vandy had opened a recreation towards Alabama with a landing, and that was Nick Saban’s second recreation as coach. Alabama rallied and gained that day 24-10.
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Vanderbilt Commodores operating again Sedrick Alexander (28) and quarterback Diego Pavia (2)rejoice a landing in the long run zone towards the Alabama Crimson Tide throughout their recreation at Vanderbilt Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. (Denny Simmons / The Tennessean / USA TODAY)
The Commodores carried a 23-14 lead into the locker room at halftime.
Vanderbilt added 17 factors within the second half and held off a livid comeback try from No. 1 Alabama to safe the upset victory in Nashville.
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Jalen Milroe, who put himself among the many prime Heisman Trophy candidates after he delivered a stunning efficiency final week in Tuscaloosa to assist maintain off Georgia, completed Saturday’s loss with 312 passing yards, one landing, and one interception.
Oct 5, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) palms the ball off to operating again AJ Newberry (23) towards the Alabama Crimson Tide through the first half at FirstBank Stadium. (Steve Roberts-Imagn Pictures)
Previous to Saturday, Vanderbilt’s final victory over Alabama dates again to Sept. 29, 1984. Alabama had solely loss to an unranked opponent on three prior events when the Crimson Tide had been the top-ranked staff within the nation.
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Saturday’s improvable win improved Vanderbilt’s report to 3-2, whereas Alabama suffered its first lack of the season. The Crimson Tide return dwelling subsequent week and can attempt to bounce again after they tackle South Carolina.
The Related Press contributed to this report.
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