Alabama triumphs as Johnny Manziel’s comeback attempt falls short in what might be the college football game of the year.
The most anticipated game of the year certainly lived up to the hype. Johnny Manziel and the Aggies came out strong and hit Alabama early with two quick touchdowns to start the game, but 'Bama responded with 35 straight points and held on during a late A&M comeback, eventually avenging their only loss from last season with a 49-42 victory.
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After getting shell-shocked to start the first quarter, Alabama was able to keep the reigning Heisman trophy winner in check and put up 28 unanswered points to end the first half, including this nifty flea-flicker.
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Well, somewhat in check. Johnny Football was able to pull off this ridiculous play that will more than likely be on every highlight show tomorrow even though it only ultimately gained 12 yards:
