Introduction
The 2020 season was a memorable one for both the Kansas Jayhawks and the Alabama Crimson Tide. While they play in different conferences, both teams had high expectations going into the season. Kansas was looking to rebound after a disappointing 2019 campaign, while Alabama had its sights set on another national championship. In this article, we'll take a look back at the past games between these two teams in the 2020 season.
Game 1: Kansas vs Alabama ??? September 12, 2020
The first meeting between Kansas and Alabama in 2020 took place on September 12th. The game was played at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Alabama was heavily favored in this game, and they showed why early on. The Crimson Tide jumped out to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter and never looked back. Kansas did manage to put up some points in the second half, but it was too little, too late. Alabama won the game 49-10.
Game 2: Kansas vs Alabama ??? December 19, 2020
The second meeting between Kansas and Alabama in 2020 was a much more competitive affair. This time, the game was played in the College Football Playoff semifinals at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Kansas came into the game as a heavy underdog, but they gave Alabama all they could handle. The game was tied at halftime, and Kansas even took a lead early in the third quarter. However, Alabama was able to pull away in the fourth quarter and win the game 31-17.
Kansas' Performance
Although Kansas lost both of their games against Alabama in 2020, they still had a solid season overall. The Jayhawks finished the season with a record of 8-5 and made it to a bowl game for the first time in years. They were led by quarterback Jalon Daniels, who had a solid freshman season. The Jayhawks also had a strong defense, which helped them win several close games throughout the season.
Alabama's Performance
As expected, Alabama had another dominant season in 2020. The Crimson Tide finished the year with a record of 13-1 and won the national championship. They were led by quarterback Mac Jones, who had a tremendous season. Alabama's offense was one of the best in the country, and their defense was also very strong. Overall, it was another impressive season for head coach Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide.
Conclusion
Although Kansas and Alabama only played each other twice in 2020, both games were memorable for different reasons. While Alabama dominated the first game, Kansas gave them a scare in the second game. Both teams had impressive seasons overall, but it was Alabama that ultimately came out on top with another national championship. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for these two teams and whether they will meet again in the coming years.
