The Alabama Crimson Tide had one last chance to punch in a touchdown against the Michigan Wolverines during overtime of the Rose Bowl on Monday night, but they came up well short after a baffling play call from Nick Saban resulted in quarterback Jalen Milroe getting stuffed on a rush up the middle.
The play appeared to be a botched RPO, as a low snap prevented Milroe from looking toward running back Roydell Williams, who was running a route to his left. Without any other options at his disposal, Milroe was forced to tuck the ball in and rush it right up the gut, where he was met by the Wolverines’ defense.
After the game, Saban explained the decision behind the failed play call, saying it was a “really bad call” because it didn’t work.
