AUBURN − Alabama football clinched a berth in the SEC Championship Game on Saturday, Nov. 29, with a 27-20 win over archrival Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium. The Crimson Tide closed the regular season at 10-2 with a stout defensive effort and a big night from transfer wide receiver Isaiah Horton, who reeled in three touchdown passes.

Here are some quick thoughts on the UA victory:

Talking points

1) The Alabama running game has a pulse. After struggling all season, UA ran for 158 yards against one of the best defensive fronts in the SEC. It wasn't a dominant effort, but it was a highly effective one. Senior Jam Miller ran 15 times for 83 yards for his best outing since sustaining a concussion against Missouri. Daniel Hill chipped in with some tough runs as well. The Crimson Tide h

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