No. 13 Alabama snapped a two-game losing streak Saturday, defeating Texas A&M 31-20 at Bryant-Denny Stadium to improve to 6-2 overall and 4-2 in Southeastern Conference play.
The Crimson Tide entered the matchup after consecutive losses to Georgia and Tennessee, raising questions about the team’s direction under second-year coach Kalen DeBoer. Alabama responded with a fourth-quarter surge, outscoring the Aggies 14-0 after trailing 20-17 in the second half.
Quarterback Keelon Russell completed 19 of 30 passes for 311 yards and three touchdowns with one interception, connecting with Daniel Hill, Marshall Pritchett and Kaleb Edwards for scores. Wide receiver Rico Scott led the receiving corps with six catches for 156 yards…