[28], After their road shutout at Houston, Alabama returned to play Mississippi State in Tuscaloosa as the No. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. [21][22] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Furman to 50. The Crimson Tide defense held Georgia Tech to 30 yards rushing, 66 yards passing and just six first downs. Alabama took a 70 lead when Namath threw a 46-yard touchdown pass to Creed Gilmer, and Auburn tied the game 77 on the kickoff that ensued after Tucker Frederickson returned it 92-yards for a touchdown.[58]. [4][5][6] Alabama took a 100 halftime lead after Tim Davis connected on a 41-yard field goal in the first quarter and Mike Fracchia scored on a one-yard touchdown run in the second quarter. [60] State retook a 1413 lead in the third on an eight-yard Reed to Inman pass, but Alabama scored the game-winning touchdown on a 36-yard Ron McKinney run that made the final score 2013. "You are going to win the national championship for Alabama," he said. Each side succeeded in eking out a field goal but neither could cross the opponents goal line. Eight plays later Alabama led 70 after Laurien Stapp scored on a one-yard run. He was also named All-SEC. There was no media viewing period. [6][25][26] After a scoreless first quarter, the Crimson Tide took a 100 halftime lead on a 33-yard Tim Davis field goal and a five-yard Pat Trammell touchdown pass to Bill Oliver in the second quarter. In the second half, I thought we did a respectable job.. 5 position. The Broncos were founded in 1960, the Vikings in 1961. [18][19] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Mississippi State to 32103. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. [6][16][17] After a scoreless first quarter, the Wolfpack scored their only points of the game on a one-yard Roman Gabriel touchdown run for a 70 lead. The 1961 Alabama Crimson Tide football team (variously "Alabama", "UA" or "Bama") represented the University of Alabama in the 1961 NCAA University Division football season. Do you have a sports website? [45] In their first game of the season, Alabama was shut out by Tulane at New Orleans, 190. Some school's results have been altered by retroactive NCAA penalties. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. [7] In their first road game of the season, the Crimson Tide scored a touchdown in the final minute that prevented an upset by the Tulane Green Wave in this 66 tie at New Orleans. At the start of September Iowa was sitting pretty at No. [29][30] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Mississippi State to 33103. [23], Behind a 24-yard game-winning Richard ODell field goal with only six seconds left in the game, the Crimson Tide upset the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 1615 at Grant Field. [16][17] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against NC State to 20. It makes sense, though, since the franchise is located on the other side of the country, and in the heart of a conference other than the SEC. [20][21] They then closed the game with touchdown runs of eight-yards by Billy Richardson in the third and one-yard by Trammell in the fourth quarter. Alabama's 1961 National Champion Football Team "In 1961 we had the best team in college football. [27] At the time, it marked the first time that an overtime period was formally requested by college football teams. [45][46][47] The Crimson Tide took a 100 halftime lead after they scored on a 12-yard Pat Trammell touchdown run in the first quarter and on a 32-yard Tim Davis field goal in the second quarter. Alabama started off hot needing just six plays to score. [27] In the first night game of the year, Alabama defeated a tough Cougars squad 170 at Rice Stadium. [49] Additionally, Alabama had four players selected to the All-SEC First Team: Mike Fracchia at back, Jordan, Neighbors and Trammell. This was followed with a 13-yard Henry Lesesne touchdown pass to Marion Starling for the Commodores and a one-yard Larry Wall touchdown run for Alabama that made the halftime score 286. With an 11-0 record (7-0 SEC), the Crimson Tide was ranked No. "But the cross currents of our time are such the two are interrelated.". Tim Davis then made the final score 100 with his 32-yard field goal in the third quarter. [10] At Mobile, the Crimson Tide shutout the Tulane Green Wave for the first time since the 1959 season in this 90 victory. Coach Paul W. "Bear" Bryants fourth Alabama team was led by quarterback Pat Trammell (SEC MVP) and tackle Billy Neighbors (Jacobs Award winner). Barely had tempers cooled than Los Angeles newspapers began kicking up a fuss over the Alabama football team. [48] Second Team All-America selections included Lee Roy Jordan at center and Pat Trammell at quarterback. Gymnastics Tickets. [6] Pat Trammell tied the game in the final minute with his four-yard touchdown run, but the game then ended in a tie after a failed extra point by the Crimson Tide. "We weren't a just a good defensive team," Bryant later remarked. [43] Against the Tigers in the annual Iron Bowl game at Legion Field, Alabama shutout Auburn for the third consecutive season, this time by a score of 340 and completed an undefeated regular season. [33][34] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Auburn to 11131. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. 1 position in the polls prior to their game against Auburn. [9][10] Later in the quarter, Alabama's lead was extended further to 90 after Charles Binkley snapped the ball over the head of Russell Morris on a punt attempt and out of the endzone for a safety. [12][13] Trammell then scored the final touchdown of the game in the third on a three-yard run that made the final score 356. 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After they won their second road game of the season at Vanderbilt, Alabama returned to Tuscaloosa where they defeated NC State in the first Denny Stadium game of the season. [6][8][9] Alabama scored their only touchdown in the first quarter on a 22-yard Pat Trammell pass to Tommy Brooker for a 60 lead. [37][38] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Georgia Tech to 22183. When Tennessee jumped out to a three-point lead the next week, it marked the last time a team would hold the lead against the Crimson Tide squad that year. [20][21] They then closed the game with touchdown runs of eight-yards by Billy Richardson in the third and one-yard by Trammell in the fourth quarter. American Football Database is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. The Crimson Tide never lost a game that Trammell started under center. [49] Additionally, Alabama had four players selected to the All-SEC First Team: Mike Fracchia at back, Jordan, Neighbors and Trammell. After they won their second road game of the season at Vanderbilt, Alabama returned to Tuscaloosa where they defeated NC State in the first Denny Stadium game of the season. [36], Immediately after their victory over Auburn in their season finale, Bryant accepted an invitation to play in the Bluebonnet Bowl against Texas. Greg Byrne, Shane Lyons, and Steven Gonzalez: Incompetent or simply cowards? These players included the following: Prior to the 1972 NCAA University Division football season, NCAA rules prohibited freshmen from participating on the varsity team, and as such many schools fielded freshmen teams. The result was a media feud between the Atlanta and Birmingham papers with the Georgia outlets alleging brutality on the part of Bryants players and Alabama journalists defending the coachs methods. [6][16][17] After a scoreless first quarter, the Wolfpack scored their only points of the game on a one-yard Roman Gabriel touchdown run for a 70 lead. Then Iowa's championship hopes went awry when they hit the heart of their conference schedule and they dropped four straight. The Crimson Tide then defeated Houston in their final road game of the season and then returned home and defeated Mississippi State on homecoming in Tuscaloosa. "He can't run, he can't pass, and he can't kick," Bryant said of his field general. Which NFL teams have had the most, and fewest, former Alabama Crimson Tide football players on their roster over the years. [6][41][42] After Billy Richardson gave Alabama a 70 first quarter lead with his 11-yard touchdown run, they scored 17 second quarter points and took a 240 halftime lead. The quick kick, Sports Illustrated noted, was an offensive maneuver at Alabama. Hes a good competitor, but we just didnt give him a chance today. [6] The tie brought Alabama's all-time record against Tulane to 18103. [4][24][25] Tech dominated the first half and built a 150 halftime lead over Alabama. Minus the Cardinals, who spent most of their years in Chicago and St. Louis, none of the AFC or West teams have been especially known for drafting Alabama players, although some who led their teams were Kenny Stabler, Shaun Alexander and Derrick Thomas. Bryant, according to sportswriter Clyde Bolton wasn't concerned about the high ranking but his reaction to the ranking had a ring modern Alabama fans would find familiar. "I don't guess anybody has ever hit us quite as hard.". The Plainsmen had only suffered a single loss that season, a 10-3 defeat at the hands of Tennessee in the season opener. 18 position in the week leading to their game against Tampa. In the locker room after the game Alabama trainer Jim Goostree, a graduate of Tennessee, handed out cigars to the Crimson Tide players creating one of the most famous traditions of the Third Saturday in October. All rights reserved. The Denver Broncos have apparently seen the light. [23] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Tennessee to 19196. [45] Alabama points were scored on a six-yard Dale Layton touchdown pass to Jerry Beard, a nine-yard Layton touchdown run, a 26-yard Larry Wall touchdown run and a 37-yard Tim Davis field goal. The Crimson Tide started the season by plowing through a trio of road games with Georgia, Tulane and Vanderbilt giving up just four field goals along the way. [45][46] Although Alabama was held scoreless in the second half, the Razorbacks only managed to score a 23-yard Mickey Cissell field goal in the third quarter that made the final score 103 in favor of Alabama. 2 position in the national polls. [21][22] Pat Trammell then made the halftime score 210 with his one-yard run late in the half. 17 position after their victory over Tampa. The 1961 Alabama football team was one of the greatest in Crimson Tide history Jimmy Bank Aug 20, 2020 10:00 AM EDT Image courtesy of Jimmy Bank Coach Paul W. "Bear" Bryant's fourth Alabama. [11], After their victory over Tulane at Ladd Stadium, Alabama retained the No. Before selecting Jameson Williams in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the Lions had drafted just 13 Crimson Tide players, yet 32 had played for the franchise that's been around since 1929. "I don't know whether that's a great team but they were great today," he said. Volleyball Tickets. The 1961 Alabama Crimson Tide football team (variously "Alabama", "UA" or "Bama") represented the University of Alabama in the 1961 NCAA University Division football season. [45][46] Although Alabama was held scoreless in the second half, the Razorbacks only managed to score a 23-yard Mickey Cissell field goal in the third quarter that made the final score 103 in favor of Alabama. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. [6][41][42] After Billy Richardson gave Alabama a 70 first quarter lead with his 11-yard touchdown run, they scored 17 second quarter points and took a 240 halftime lead. [6][8][9] Alabama scored their only touchdown in the first quarter on a 22-yard Pat Trammell pass to Tommy Brooker for a 60 lead. Touchdowns were scored in the third quarter on a 66-yard Benny Nelson punt return and a 26-yard Jack Hurlbut pass to Red Wilkins and in the fourth quarter on runs of three-yards by Eddie Versprille, two-yards by Marlin Mooneyham and on a 28-yard Mal Moore pass to Jimmy Dill. Despite the controversies, the Alabama players stayed focused on their undefeated run through the regular season. Over the previous decade the Crimson Tide suffered no less than five losing seasons and, at one point, endured an agonizing 17-game losing streak. Starters are marked with an asterisk (*). Find out more. Join our linker program. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. [9][10] The last touchdown of the game came in the final minute of the fourth quarter when Bud Moore returned an interception 32-yards and made the final score 210. [58], Template:Southeastern Conference football champions The loss ended Texas hopes for the title and prompted Texas' frustrated coach Darrell Royal to describe the Horned Frogs as "a bunch of cockroaches.". Granted, there will still be some movement eventually, as Alabama still has four players set to arrive over the summer, but by our count the Crimson Tide roster appears to be at exactly where. The incident also led to a rift between Bryant and Georgia Tech coach Bobby Dodd that culminated with the Yellow Jackets withdrawing from the SEC. The coach doesn't release scholarship information, so there's always a little bit of doubt and guesswork involved, yet there are some things that stand out about the 2023 Crimson Tide at this point. [4][5] Fracchia scored first on a two-yard run and was followed with a seven-yard Mal Moore touchdown pass to Red Wilkins. [1] The 1961 national championship was the first of the six that Bear Bryant would win as head coach of the Crimson Tide.[2]. Jefferson City, Mo. Touchdowns were scored in the third quarter on a 66-yard Benny Nelson punt return and a 26-yard Jack Hurlbut pass to Red Wilkins and in the fourth quarter on runs of three-yards by Eddie Versprille, two-yards by Marlin Mooneyham and on a 28-yard Mal Moore pass to Jimmy Dill. 4 position in the AP Poll prior to their game against Vanderbilt. Roster includes most starters and key reserves. Of course, another way to look at it is every NFL franchise has had at least 11 former Alabama players over the years, which is remarkable. Alabama used a straight power game and dominating defense to best the Yellow Jackets in Birmingham. Two years ago, the Broncos were tied for having the fewest Alabama players on their all-time roster with 10, along with the Minnesota Vikings and Houston Texans. [15][16] On the Houston drive that ensued, Billy Richardson intercepted a Don Sessions pass and returned it to the Cougars' 18-yard line. That turmoil had captured the nation's attention earlier that year when a bus carrying integrated passengers was firebombed near Anniston and the riders aboard attacked by a mob. [4][5] The Bulldogs then scored on a 12-yard Langdale Williams touchdown pass to Carlton Guthrie that ended Alabama's bid for a shutout and made the final score 326. "It's not what they eat and tote off, it's what they fall into and mess up that hurts," he said. [14] Against the Commodores, the Crimson Tide won by a final score of 356 at Dudley Stadium in Nashville. [39] Against the Yellow Jackets, Alabama won in a 100 shutout to move their record to nine wins and zero losses. [2][3] Alabama never relinquished the lead, but Georgia ended the shutout bid late in the fourth quarter when Fran Tarkenton threw a three-yard touchdown pass to Dan Davis that made the final score 216. [35] At Legion Field in the annual Iron Bowl game, Alabama shut out the Tigers for the second consecutive season, this time by a score of 30. Alabama took a 70 lead when Namath threw a 46-yard touchdown pass to Creed Gilmer, and Auburn tied the game 77 on the kickoff that ensued after Tucker Frederickson returned it 92-yards for a touchdown. Not the biggest, but the best," Bryant recalled in his autobiography. Alabama Athletics Team picture of the 1961 Alabama football roster. The Crimson Tide then took the free kick that ensued 49-yards for a touchdown with the points made on a 36-yard Bobby Skelton touchdown pass to Norbie Ronsonet for a 150 lead. 1961 National Champion Bio Related Biography SEC Champion Alabama defeated Southwest Conference Co-Champion Arkansas in the Sugar Bowl, marking the Crimson Tide's first MacArthur Bowl. [37][38] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Georgia Tech to 22183. Academic Year Hometown High School; 10: Keith: Weber: Quarterback: 6-0: 182: So. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Alabama touchdowns were scored on Pat Trammell passes of 12-yards to Richard Williamson and two-yards to Bill Battle in the second and on runs of five-yards by Trammell and 45-yards by Eddie Versprille in the fourth quarter. [7], After their victory over Georgia in their season opener, Alabama dropped one position in the polls to the No. 2 position in the weekly polls. Or write about sports? [37][38] The tie brought Alabama's all-time record against Texas to 041.[39]. Fluker in 2013, when the franchise was still located in San Diego. [45][46][47] The Crimson Tide took a 100 halftime lead after they scored on a 12-yard Pat Trammell touchdown run in the first quarter and on a 32-yard Tim Davis field goal in the second quarter. The segregation of the Alabama team reflected the racial turmoil in the state, Murray alleged. [33][34], For their game at Legion Field against Georgia Tech, the Crimson Tide remained in the No. It was the Crimson Tide's 66th overall and 27th season as a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). [45] Auburn scored their only points in the fourth on a touchdown pass from Frank James to Reggie Allen, and in the loss, the Tigers fumbled the ball eight times with Alabama having recovered seven of them.[45]. 1 Texas' loss to TCU, the Crimson Tide moved into the No. The 1960 Alabama Crimson Tide football team (variously "Alabama", "UA" or "Bama") represented the University of Alabama in the 1960 NCAA University Division football season. [60] After the Bulldogs took a 70 first quarter lead on a six-yard Ray Reed pass to Tommy Inman, Alabama tied the game 77 on an eight-yard Namath touchdown run early in the second. [4][21][22] After Bobby Skelton threw and eight-yard touchdown pass to Butch Wilson in the first, he followed it with a three-yard touchdown pass to Richard ODell in the second quarter. As a matter of policy, Sports Reference only reports the results of games as played on the field. [58] Both touchdowns came in the first quarter. [4][5] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Georgia to 25184. The highlight of the attack was the infamous "whoopee pass" where the halfback would move through the line and Trammel would sort of under-hand the ball to him. 15 prior to their win over Vanderbilt. [6][37][38] After a scoreless first quarter, the Crimson Tide scored their only touchdown on a 16-yard Mike Fracchia run for a 70 lead. [46] Green Wave touchdowns were scored by Bill Hatchett on a one-yard run in the first and on a pair of fourth-quarter scores that were set up by Crimson Tide turnovers. This was followed with a 13-yard Henry Lesesne touchdown pass to Marion Starling for the Commodores and a one-yard Larry Wall touchdown run for Alabama that made the halftime score 286. I thought it was a great game, Bryant said. Template:College Football National Champion navbox. 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