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Barry Werner

Alabama uses 3 long runs to wreck Arkansas comeback

Arkansas had scored 23 straight points. Alabama was without Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young, who went out in the first half with a shoulder injury.

A 28-0 lead dwindled to five points before the Crimson Tide offense turned on the jets. And they went full bore.

How about a trio of 70-plus yard runs in the final quarter as the Crimson Tide ruined the hopes of the home team for an iconic comeback.

First, backup QB Jalen Milroe for 77:

Jahmyr Gibbs for 72 yards:

Gibbs for 76 yards.

The Tide wound up leaving Fayetteville with a 49-26 win and Coach Nick Saban said Young had a sprained shoulder.

 

 

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