LSU 9, at Alabama 20

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (Interstat) — In a defensive struggle defined by missed opportunities and a stifling Alabama pass rush, the Crimson Tide grinded out a 20-9 victory over the LSU Tigers on Saturday night at a rain-soaked Bryant-Denny Stadium. A crowd of 100,077 watched as Alabama improved to 8-1 overall, while LSU fell to 5-4. The game bore little resemblance to the high-scoring shootouts that have recently defined the rivalry. Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson orchestrated a methodical offense, completing 21 of 35 passes for 277 yards and a touchdown. His primary connection in the first half was with tight end Josh… Read more...