We present them here for purely educational purposes. [24], After their victory over Tennessee, the Crimson Tide moved up into the No. Academic Year Hometown High School; 10: Keith: Weber: Quarterback: 6-0: 182: So. [20][21] They then closed the game with touchdown runs of eight-yards by Billy Richardson in the third and one-yard by Trammell in the fourth quarter. They scored on an eight-yard Jimmy Nail touchdown run, a 47-yard Thomas Wells field goal and on a three-yard Stanley Gann touchdown run. Alabama then closed the game with a pair of Namath touchdown runs and a touchdown pass to Creed Gilmer in the second half that made the final score 326. Alabama used a straight power game and dominating defense to best the Yellow Jackets in Birmingham. 4 position. Bamas offense was just what we expectedtough and aggressive. [6][33][34][36] The Crimson Tide took a 340 halftime lead after first-quarter touchdown runs of one-yard by Pat Trammell and 30-yards by Larry Wall and second-quarter touchdowns on a four-yard Trammell pass to Richard Williamson and runs of 12 and one-yard by Wall. [6][12][13] Alabama took a 130 first quarter lead on touchdown runs of 66-yards by Mike Fracchia and eight-yards by Pat Trammell. [22] Against the Volunteers, Alabama won 343, and the victory was both the first for Alabama over Tennessee since the 1954 season and the largest since their 510 win in 1906. The next week, Alabama defeated Tennessee for the first time since the 1954 season in the first Legion Field game of the year. [33] Against the Longhorns, each team only scored a single field goal in this 33 tie. [41][42] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Auburn to 12131. [10] At Mobile, the Crimson Tide shutout the Tulane Green Wave for the first time since the 1959 season in this 90 victory. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. The Volunteers didnt get to enjoy the honor particularly long either as Alabama went on to crush them 34-3. [5], After their upset victory over Georgia in their first game of the season, Alabama entered the polls for the first time of the season at the No. 1961 Alabama Crimson Tide Roster Previous Year Next Year Record: 11-0 (1st of 111) ( Schedule & Results ) Rank: 1st in the Final AP poll Conference: SEC Conference Record: 7-0 Coach: Bear Bryant (11-0) Points For: 297 Points/G: 27.0 (10th of 111) Points Against: 25 More Team Info Alabama School History 1961 Alabama Statistics Schedule & Results Alabama responded later in the period with a 14-yard Hudson Harris touchdown run to take the lead and then added a 35-yard Tim Davis field goal in the third that made the final score 106. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Thursday, March 2, 12:48AM. [4][5] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Georgia to 25184. "We weren't a just a good defensive team," Bryant later remarked. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. [33][34], For their game at Legion Field against Georgia Tech, the Crimson Tide remained in the No. During the regular season, Alabama scored an average of over 28 points per game while the defense was also amazing college football fans. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). 1 Texas' loss to TCU, the Crimson Tide moved into the No. [12][13] Trammell then scored the final touchdown of the game in the third on a three-yard run that made the final score 356. It was the Crimson Tide's 67th overall and 28th season as a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). "You are going to win the national championship for Alabama," he said. [28], After their road shutout at Houston, Alabama returned to play Mississippi State in Tuscaloosa as the No. Minus the Cardinals, who spent most of their years in Chicago and St. Louis, none of the AFC or West teams have been especially known for drafting Alabama players, although some who led their teams were Kenny Stabler, Shaun Alexander and Derrick Thomas. Starters are marked with an asterisk (*). After Alabama upset Georgia in week one, they entered the polls for the first time at the No. Not the biggest, but the best," Bryant recalled in his autobiography. After an unsuccessful bid to allow for a "sudden death" overtime period in the event of a tie in their game against Georgia Tech, Alabama defeated both the Yellow Jackets in Atlanta and Tampa at home prior to their victory over Auburn in the Iron Bowl. These players included the following: Prior to the 1972 NCAA University Division football season, NCAA rules prohibited freshmen from participating on the varsity team, and as such many schools fielded freshmen teams. [6][25][26] After a scoreless first quarter, the Crimson Tide took a 100 halftime lead on a 33-yard Tim Davis field goal and a five-yard Pat Trammell touchdown pass to Bill Oliver in the second quarter. As a matter of policy, Sports Reference only reports the results of games as played on the field. [60] State retook a 1413 lead in the third on an eight-yard Reed to Inman pass, but Alabama scored the game-winning touchdown on a 36-yard Ron McKinney run that made the final score 2013. 4 position. 2021 | 2020 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 This was followed with a 13-yard Henry Lesesne touchdown pass to Marion Starling for the Commodores and a one-yard Larry Wall touchdown run for Alabama that made the halftime score 286. [16][17] The Crimson Tide responded with 26 unanswered points and won the game 267. [58] The 1961 freshman squad was noted for its being led by Joe Namath at quarterback after he chose to attend Alabama after he received more than 50 athletic scholarship offers from other schools. [12][13] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Vanderbilt to 20164. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) (PDF). [13] After a three-yard Glenn Glass touchdown early in the second quarter made the Volunteers' lead 200, Alabama responded with their only points of the game on a 13-yard Laurien Stapp touchdown pass to Leon Fuller that made the final margin 206. Alabama claims it has won national titles in 1925, 1926, 1930, 1934, 1941, 1961, 1964, 1965, 1973, 1978, 1979, 1992, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2017 and now in 2020. That calm was broken the next week when Atlanta papers plastered pictures of the injured Granning in his hospital bed on their front pages accusing Holt of intentionally causing the injury. [61] The Crimson Tide then took a 126 lead in the second quarter on a 26-yard Tommy Tolleson double reverse. 17 position after their victory over Tampa. The incident also led to a rift between Bryant and Georgia Tech coach Bobby Dodd that culminated with the Yellow Jackets withdrawing from the SEC. 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[23], Behind a 24-yard game-winning Richard ODell field goal with only six seconds left in the game, the Crimson Tide upset the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 1615 at Grant Field. It makes sense, though, since the franchise is located on the other side of the country, and in the heart of a conference other than the SEC. The Crimson Tide then defeated Houston in their final road game of the season and then returned home and defeated Mississippi State on homecoming in Tuscaloosa. The 1961 Alabama Crimson Tide football team (variously "Alabama", "UA" or "Bama") represented the University of Alabama in the 1961 NCAA University Division football season. The 1961 Alabama football team was one of the greatest in Crimson Tide history, Throwback Thursday: Bear Bryant's first national title (1961). Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. 1961 College Football National Championship Pictured above is Alabama's defense putting the clamps on Arkansas in the Sugar Bowl. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. [58], Template:Southeastern Conference football champions [6][41][42] After Billy Richardson gave Alabama a 70 first quarter lead with his 11-yard touchdown run, they scored 17 second quarter points and took a 240 halftime lead. [41][42] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Auburn to 12131. But then Denver drafted wide receiver Jerry Jeudy in 2020, and cornerback Patrick Surtain II in 2021, both in the first round. [45][46], After the season, Alabama had several players recognized individually for their on-field performances. [60] After the Bulldogs took a 70 first quarter lead on a six-yard Ray Reed pass to Tommy Inman, Alabama tied the game 77 on an eight-yard Namath touchdown run early in the second. Alabama 1961. at Georgia (3-7) 32-6 (Mobile) Tulane (2-8) 9-0 . And the 1961 season was a rollercoaster for the frontrunners. [56][57] For the 1961 season, the Alabama freshmen squad was coached by Sam Bailey and finished their season with a record of two wins and one tie (201). [20][21] The Crimson Tide scored first-quarter touchdowns on a five-yard Mike Fracchia run and a nine-yard Pat Trammell pass to Butch Wilson and a pair of Tim Davis field goals in the second quarter for a 203 halftime lead. [20][21] The Crimson Tide scored first-quarter touchdowns on a five-yard Mike Fracchia run and a nine-yard Pat Trammell pass to Butch Wilson and a pair of Tim Davis field goals in the second quarter for a 203 halftime lead. 1 team in the nation, you expect that. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. 5 position for their game against Tulane. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. The segregation of the Alabama team reflected the racial turmoil in the state, Murray alleged. [39] Against the Yellow Jackets, Alabama won in a 100 shutout to move their record to nine wins and zero losses. The 1961 Alabama Crimson Tide football team (variously "Alabama", "UA" or "Bama") represented the University of Alabama in the 1961 NCAA University Division football season. 1 in the final AP poll of the season receiving 26 of 48 first place votes cast. "I don't do the picking, just the coaching. Radio/TV Information. [12][13] Early in the second quarter, Trammell scored his second touchdown on a 16-yard run. The Crimson Tide then closed the season with a tie against Texas in the Bluebonnet Bowl. That devotion began with the likes of Tony Nathan with the Miami Dolphins, and Kenny Stabler on the Oakland Raiders, and continues today with the Bama in the NFL Database. [39] Against the Yellow Jackets, Alabama won in a 100 shutout to move their record to nine wins and zero losses. I hope they know what they are talking about.". [21][22] After a one-yard Cotton Clark touchdown run extended the Alabama lead to 290 in the third, the Crimson Tide scored 22 fourth quarter points to win 510. 1961 National Champion Bio Related Biography SEC Champion Alabama defeated Southwest Conference Co-Champion Arkansas in the Sugar Bowl, marking the Crimson Tide's first MacArthur Bowl. [2][3] Alabama never relinquished the lead, but Georgia ended the shutout bid late in the fourth quarter when Fran Tarkenton threw a three-yard touchdown pass to Dan Davis that made the final score 216. [8][9] The victory improved Alabama's all-time record against Tulane to 19103. [60], In their second game, the Baby Tide defeated Tulane 326 at Denny Stadium in a game they scored touchdowns in all four quarters. "All he could do was beat you.". So did Cornelius Bennett and John Hannah. They finished season undefeated with eleven wins (110 overall, 70 in the SEC), with a victory over Arkansas in the Sugar Bowl and as consensus national champions. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. 4 ranked team for the second consecutive week. Of course, another way to look at it is every NFL franchise has had at least 11 former Alabama players over the years, which is remarkable. [6][8][9] Alabama scored their only touchdown in the first quarter on a 22-yard Pat Trammell pass to Tommy Brooker for a 60 lead. [24][25] The Crimson Tide then closed the game with a three-yard Bobby Skelton touchdown pass to Norbie Ronsonet and the 24-yard O'Dell field goal as time expired to win 1615. The Wolfpack wasn't able to enjoy it long as Alabama roared back in the second half and beat the NC State 26-7. The national championship was the first of six for Bryant and re-established Alabamas prominence in college football. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Do you have a blog? [21][22] Pat Trammell then made the halftime score 210 with his one-yard run late in the half. . As forcold-weather franchises, Joe Namath and Bart Starr obviously did pretty well leading northern teams. [24], After their victory over Tennessee, the Crimson Tide moved up into the No. Murrays columns nixed Alabamas hopes of playing in Pasadena and earned him a lasting enmity on the part of the Crimson Tide faithful. The Texans finished the 2021 season tied for the top spot, but took a step toward moving back after selecting wide receiver John Metchie III and linebacker Christian Harris in the 2022 NFL Draft. The first touchdown was set up after Lee Roy Jordan recovered a Charlie Rieves fumble at the Cougars' 31-yard line. Do you have a sports website? [43] Against the Tigers in the annual Iron Bowl game at Legion Field, Alabama shutout Auburn for the third consecutive season, this time by a score of 340 and completed an undefeated regular season. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? 2 position in the weekly polls. Tim Davis then made the final score 100 with his 32-yard field goal in the third quarter. The team was led by head coach Bear Bryant, in his seventh year, and played their home games at Denny Stadium in . It was the Crimson Tide's 66th overall and 27th season as a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Organizers of the Rose Bowl game were considering inviting the team from the Yellowhammer State back to play in the New Years Day classic for the first time since 1946 in order to face the powerful Ohio State squad who remained undefeated (but bearing one tie on their record). [49][50] Trammell was also selected as the SEC Most Valuable Player for the 1961 season and Neighbors won the Jacobs Blocking Trophy. The next week, Alabama was upset in Knoxville by Tennessee and as a result exited the polls. [1] The 1961 national championship was the first of the six that Bear Bryant would win as head coach of the Crimson Tide.[2]. 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