About the only person on Alabamas sideline who looked uncomfortable was Coach Nick Saban, who drew a late unsportsmanlike penalty after ranting at officials.
We didnt finish the game the way we liked, Saban said in a television interview, adding with a knowing smile, Ive always got something to complain about.
Still, after a year away from the playoffs, he was pleased enough.
These guys have really earned the opportunity to play in the national championship game, so well see what we can do with it, he said.
If Alabama (12-0) disposed of Notre Dame (10-2) with familiar efficiency, it was not hard to be reminded of the circumstance under which this game and entire season took place, in the middle of a pandemic that has upended sports.read more
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