Mercer vs Alabama

The University of Alabama Crimson Tide will host the Mercer Bears on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

The Crimson Tide are coming off a 49-26 victory over the LSU Tigers, while the Bears are coming off a 35-14 victory over the Western Carolina Catamounts. Alabama is currently ranked No. 9 in the College Football Playoff rankings, while Mercer is ranked No. 10 in the FCS.

The game will be televised on ESPN, and kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. CT.

Storyline

The Crimson Tide are a heavy favorite in this game, but the Bears are a dangerous team. Mercer has a lot of experience playing against FBS teams, and they have a lot of talent on their roster.

The Bears are led by quarterback Fred Toney, who is one of the best players in the FCS. Toney is a dual-threat quarterback who can beat you with his arm or his legs.

The Crimson Tide will need to be careful not to overlook the Bears. Alabama has a lot of talent, but they can't afford to take Mercer lightly.

Key Players

Here are some of the key players to watch in this game:

• For Alabama:
  
• Quarterback Bryce Young
  
• Running back Jahmyr Gibbs
  
• Wide receiver Jermaine Burton
  
• Linebacker Will Anderson

• For Mercer:
  
• Quarterback Fred Toney
  
• Running back Devontae Houston
  
• Wide receiver Ty James
  
• Linebacker Mykel Carlton

Prediction

The Crimson Tide are a heavy favorite in this game, but the Bears are a dangerous team. I think Alabama will win the game, but I think Mercer will keep it close.

My prediction: Alabama 38, Mercer 24

What do you think of this matchup? Let me know in the comments below!