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Crimson Tide FootballTuesday, November 3

Alabama's defense wants to pressure LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt on Saturday

The Tuscaloosa Today teamFrom today’s edition · 1 min read · 2 sources

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If you're wondering how Alabama slows LSU, defensive coordinator Kane Wommack has an answer: pressure. Tide 100.9 reports he wants to disrupt quarterback Sam Leavitt and force hard decisions. Touchdown Alabama calls the game a massive road test for the Crimson Tide defense, which has struggled to get to quarterbacks lately.

4sacks by Alabama in its last three games

The pass rush has been quiet, and Alabama is looking for a spark.

Source: Tide 100.9

“Watching him right now, his ball delivery, his arm strength right now and accuracy is at a really, really high level.”

Kane Wommack, Alabama defensive coordinator, on Leavitt

Wommack says Alabama has to find creative ways to pressure the quarterback and get tackles for loss. He also pointed to run-pass options, which make a defense account for the run and the pass at once.

LSU's offense brings numbers to Saturday's game

510
yards per game for LSU's offense
No. 6
LSU's offense ranking nationally
2:30 p.m.
CT kickoff Saturday on ABC

Source: Tide 100.9

  • LSU offensive coordinator: Charlie Weis Jr.
  • Mismatch Wommack flagged: tight end Trey'Dez Green
  • Injury watch: nose tackle Terrance Green may return

Sources: Tide 100.9, Touchdown Alabama

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