Disagree completely. IMO a big reason for what happened was they bailed on the run. They had Clemson’s D on the ropes several times and gave them a chance by continuing to let Tua screw up or make some bizarre play call. Loved seeing it but they were clicking along at 5+ yp carry when they gave it to their backs.
Not only the run, but bailed on everything that was working. The slant that ate OU up last week was open, just Clemmon's DB's were in better position to make tackles in space and kept them to 5-6 yd plays instead of 15-20 yd. No need to go away from that just because you aren't getting the big chunk plays you're used to. If it's making positive yardage, keep doing it. I thought the OL played well last night for Bama against that stout DL. Clemson's DL did outperform Bama's OL overall in my opinion, but that's the best DL in college football and one of the best I've seen as a unit. Bama's coaching, mostly OC, is what failed last night. Maryland should be thrilled.
Here's hoping we do indeed get Key in here and he comes for revenge against Clemmons week 1.