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Had Alabama beaten Oklahoma in Week 12, its Iron Bowl matchup with Auburn would not have dictated its College Football Playoff livelihood. When the Sooners defeated the Crimson Tide, though, things changed.
Should Texas A&M and Alabama meet, the Aggies would have locked in a top-4 seed and opening-round bye in the College Football Playoff. Texas A&M could even overtake top-ranked Ohio State with 13-0 finish given the strength of schedule.
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SEC standings: What Alabama's loss against Oklahoma means for SEC, College Football Playoff
The Sooners rode its defense for the second straight year against the Crimson Tide and have improved their playoff chances tremendously.
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Oklahoma players sang "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Dixieland Delight" in the postgame locker room after beating the Crimson Tide.
The loss ends Kalen DeBoer's 12-0 start inside Bryant-Denny Stadium, and it could affect the Crimson Tide down the road.
The journey of Alabama's season didn't change much with loss to Oklahoma, but vibes were harpooned and perception polluted.
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Alabama football offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb's innovative play calling against Oklahoma's top-ranked defense will make for fine theater Saturday.