Alabama Benches Struggling Simpson in CFP Clash Against Indiana
In a crucial College Football Playoff matchup on Thursday, Alabama faced off against Indiana. The game took a turn when Alabama benched quarterback Ty Simpson after falling behind 24-0 in the third quarter.
Alabama’s Quarterback Situation
With the game slipping away, Alabama opted to replace Simpson with Austin Mack. This change sparked a short resurgence for the team. Mack’s first series resulted in a scoring drive, reducing the score to 24-3.
Performance Overview
In relief of Simpson, Mack demonstrated efficiency. He completed four out of five passes for 46 yards on his initial drive.
- Ty Simpson’s Stats:
- Passes Completed: 12
- Pass Attempts: 16
- Total Yards: 67
- Yards per Attempt: 4.2
- Austin Mack’s Stats:
- Passes Completed: 4
- Pass Attempts: 5
- Total Yards: 46
Injury Impact on Alabama
Simpson has been dealing with an elbow injury, which may have affected his performance. He appeared to sustain further discomfort from a hit late in the first half.
Looking Ahead
As Alabama reevaluates their quarterback position, the team’s next moves will be critical to their playoff aspirations. The effectiveness of Austin Mack may influence future game plans.
