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Recap - Crimson Tide Defeat Mississippi State 40-17

Mississippi State couldn't hang with the Crimson Tide on Saturday as Alabama blasted the Bulldogs 40-17 in Week 5 action at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

Alabama was the ATS victor, as they covered the -16.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 46.0 were rewarded at the payout window.

Jalen Milroe rushed for 69 yards, while Jase McClellan added 63 yards in the win. Amari Niblack and Malik Benson added 61 and 27 receiving yards respectively.

Jo'Quavious Marks rushed for 68 yards for Mississippi State, while Jeffery Pittman added 35 yards. Will Rogers threw for 107 yards for the Bulldogs, while receivers Jeffery Pittman and Freddie Roberson had 23 and 23 yards respectively.

Mississippi State was outgained by Alabama 357-261 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 17-15 by the Crimson Tide.

Alabama led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 30:10-29:50 split in that important category.

Alabama looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Texas A&M. Mississippi State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Western Michigan.