Alabama's roster depth and defensive speed should limit East Carolina's ability to string together scoring drives. The key for the favorite is offensive efficiency: touchdowns on early possessions would force East Carolina away from a balanced plan.
Laying more than four touchdowns is never comfortable, but the matchup supports it. Alabama can create separation through field position and depth without needing an unusually high-scoring game.
THE SUNDAY LEDGER'S STRONGEST PREDICTION
Alabama -28.5
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