Is Alabama football back to playing “Joyless Murderball?” The University of Alabama started its message to the College Football Playoff Committee last week that it belongs in the 12-team dance. Kalen DeBoer saw his group bring a level of physicality that he has not seen until the Missouri game.

Kalen DeBoer, the Alabama football coach, reflects on the Crimson Tide's shutout win against Missouri.

Over its last four games, Alabama has endured a rough 2-2 stretch that has included disappointing losses to Vanderbilt and Tennessee. However, their tide took a turn in the right direction with a 34-0 win over No.