The Alabama Crimson Tide have been predicted to have a big 2025 season, according to a college football analyst.

“I believe the more multi-faceted team is going to win,” Pate said. “I believe that will be Alabama. Also, Alabama is rested in this scenario (because of the bye). Kalen DeBoer has shown the ability to win big games. So has (Ohio State coach) Ryan Day.

Alabama's football team, once college football's most dominant force with six national championships in 12 seasons, is aiming to reclaim its top status by 2025.

The Alabama Crimson Tide won the 2009 national title over the Texas Longhorns with the help of quarterback Greg McElroy under center. The team also featured Heisman winner Mark Ingram II and Julio Jones. Alabama ultimately won the game 37-21 for the first national title of the Nick Saban era in Tuscaloosa.

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