January 4, 2026

The Bama Factor

Alabama

Hosts:

Alex Taylor

Podcast Inauguration:

September, 2022

Bio:

The Bama Factor is a weekly podcast that runs for the duration of football season and covers all things Alabama football from practice, to game day we have you covered each and every week. Be sure to follow all my socials. Roll Tide

Links

  • Alabama vs Indiana Rose Bowl Preview: Ty Simpson’s Rise, OU Win Breakdown & The Tide’s Statement
    by Alex Taylor on December 31, 2025 at 4:30 am

    In today’s episode, I recap Alabama’s dominant win over Oklahoma in the CFP First Round, highlight the resurgence of Ty Simpson, and spotlight Zabiem Brown and a defense that is playing its best football of the season.The national media wrote this team off months ago… and now the Crimson Tide are 60 minutes from Pasadena glory.I break down Alabama vs Indiana in the Rose Bowl, key matchups, how Bama can control this game, and what to expect on New Year’s Day. Strap in — this one is special.

  • Alabama vs Oklahoma CFP Preview | Keys to Win, Matchups & Prediction | The Bama Factor
    by Alex Taylor on December 17, 2025 at 5:26 am

    Alabama is officially in the College Football Playoff—and the path starts with Oklahoma.In this episode of The Bama Factor with Alex Taylor, I break down Alabama vs Oklahoma in the first round of the College Football Playoff, including reaction to the CFP seeding, the biggest offensive keys for the Crimson Tide, how the defense must slow down the Sooners, the importance of the turnover battle, and my full game preview and prediction.This matchup comes down to execution, physicality, and who handles the moment. Can Alabama control the line of scrimmage, protect the football, and dictate tempo—or will Oklahoma force chaos and swing the game?We cover:CFP seeding reaction and national narrativeAlabama’s offensive keys to winningDefensive game plan vs OklahomaTurnover battle and hidden momentum swingsFinal score predictionIf you’re locked in on Alabama football and the College Football Playoff, this is a must-watch breakdown.👇 Drop your prediction in the comments and subscribe for weekly Alabama football coverage.

  • “Alabama vs Georgia REMATCH: Iron Bowl Fallout, CFP Shockwaves & SEC Title Preview | The Bama Factor”
    by Alex Taylor on December 3, 2025 at 7:42 pm

    Alabama survived another legendary Iron Bowl at Jordan-Hare — and now the rematch everyone wanted is finally here. In today’s episode of The Bama Factor, we break down Isaiah Horton’s legacy game, the clutch defensive stand that saved the season, and the immediate national reaction to Alabama’s rise in the CFP rankings.Then we turn the page to Atlanta.I give my full preview of the Alabama vs Georgia SEC Championship showdown, what’s changed since the last meeting, the matchups that matter most, and how this game shapes the entire College Football Playoff picture.This is the one you don’t want to miss.Drop a comment with your score prediction for the SEC Title Game. Roll Tide.

  • IRON BOWL 2025: Alabama vs Auburn Full Preview, SEC Title Stakes & Score Prediction!
    by Alex Taylor on November 26, 2025 at 6:14 am

    Alabama rolls into Iron Bowl week after taking care of Eastern Illinois — and now it’s time for the greatest rivalry in college football. In this episode, I break down Alabama’s win over EIU, what we learned, and how it shapes the Tide’s approach heading into Auburn.I dig into the defensive domination we’re seeing, what’s working, what still needs fixing, and the keys to victory for Alabama on Saturday. I also discuss the SEC Championship Game outlook, what needs to happen for the Tide to stay alive in the CFP race, and how this team can peak at the right time.Plus — my full Iron Bowl score prediction.If you’re a Bama fan, hit subscribe. It’s Iron Bowl week. Let’s ride.

  • “Alabama Falls to Oklahoma | Ty Simpson Fixes, Daniel Hill’s RB1 Bid, Defense Still Dominant & EIU Senior-Day Preview”
    by Alex Taylor on November 21, 2025 at 5:48 am

    Alabama falls to Oklahoma in a tough 23–21 home loss, and in this episode I break down exactly what happened. We dive into Ty Simpson’s struggles, what’s really causing the inconsistency, and the key fixes he needs moving forward. I also cover Daniel Hill’s push for RB1, why his stock is rising fast, and how he fits into Alabama’s offense.We take a close look at the Alabama defense, their continued dominance, and how this performance impacts the College Football Playoff outlook. Even with the loss, there’s still a clear path — and we talk about what has to happen next.Then it’s on to Senior Day in Tuscaloosa with a full Alabama vs Eastern Illinois preview: matchups to watch, players who need a big game, and what Alabama must show before the final stretch of the season.If you love in-depth Alabama football breakdowns, hit like and subscribe — new episodes every week.