No. 2 Bama Hosted No.1 LSU in 2011

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The November 5, 2011 edition of the LSU versus Alabama football game stands as one of the most anticipated and dramatic matchups in college football history. With both teams entering the contest undefeated and ranked #1 (LSU) and #2 (Alabama), respectively, the game was billed as another “Game of the Century,” a title often reserved for epic clashes between college football’s elite programs. Held at Bryant–Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the atmosphere was electric, with both fanbases expecting a heavyweight battle between two powerhouses of the Southeastern Conference (SEC).

LSU, under head coach Les Miles, boasted a dynamic defense and a ground game that had dominated all season. Alabama, led by head coach Nick Saban, countered with its own stout defense and an offense anchored by quarterback AJ McCarron and running back Trent Richardson.

The game, however, turned out to be a defensive struggle, with both teams stifling each other’s offenses throughout the contest. Ultimately, Alabama came out on top, winning 9–6 in a tightly contested, low-scoring game that reflected the physicality and intensity of SEC football. This victory not only solidified Alabama’s claim to the top spot but also set the stage for a rematch in the 2012 BCS National Championship Game, where they would ultimately secure the title.