The Crimson Tide used a suffocating defense to shut down Clemson and win the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Allstate Sugar Bowl.
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during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

A pass intended for Clemson running back Darien Rencher (21) is deflected and fell incomplete during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

A pass intended for Clemson running back Darien Rencher (21) is deflected and fell incomplete during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) is assisted from the field after being injured during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban yells to his defense during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Levi Wallace (39) makes a tackle on Clemson wide receiver Deon Cain (8) during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) tight ropes up the sideline during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) tight ropes up the sideline during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama punter JK Scott (10) lofts a punt during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs (49) and Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) combine to sack Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) deflects a pass into the air as Alabama defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) closes on the play during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) deflects a pass intended for Clemson wide receiver Deon Cain (8) as Alabama defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) closes on the play during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive coordinator Jeremy Pruitt gives signals to the defense during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) attempts to bring down Clemson wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) uses a stiff arm to evade Clemson defensive lineman Christian Wilkins (42) during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) uses a stiff arm to evade Clemson defensive lineman Christian Wilkins (42) during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama offensive lineman Lester Cotton (66) leaves the field after being injured during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama offensive lineman Lester Cotton (66) lies on the turf with an injury during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) runs by Clemson cornerback Ryan Carter (31) during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) runs by Clemson cornerback Ryan Carter (31) during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Christian Miller (47) and Alabama defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs (49) combine to bring down Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) for a loss during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕShawn Hand (9) gives a salute after sacking Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) during Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban wears a backwards baseball cap with Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban wears a backwards baseball cap with Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) is showered with confetti after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Confetti pours down during the trophy presentation after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Confetti pours down during the trophy presentation after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) was the offensive player of the game in Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94) and Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) lift the Sugar Bowl trophy after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94) and Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) lift the Sugar Bowl trophy after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban dons a hat after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94), the defensive player of the game is interviewed after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94), the defensive player of the game is interviewed after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban hugs a young person on the field after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban hugs a young person on the field after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) leaps into the stands with fans after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) leaps into the stands with fans after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) leaps into the stands with fans after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) picks off a pass and returns it for a touchdown against Clemson during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Teammates celebrate with Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) after his pick 6 against Clemson during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) and Alabama defensive back Trevon Diggs (7) celebrate after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Terrell Lewis (24), Alabama defensive back Levi Wallace (39), Alabama defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) and Alabama defensive back Trevon Diggs (7) celebrate after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Bo Scarbrough (9) celebrates after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Bo Scarbrough (9) celebrates after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) and Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) celebrate after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) leaps into the stands with fans after Alabama's 24-6 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) picks off a pass and returns it for a touchdown against Clemson during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linemen celebrate with Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94) after he caught a touchdown pass from Jalen Hurts during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94) catches a touchdown pass from Jalen Hurts during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94) catches a touchdown pass from Jalen Hurts during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94) and Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) celebrate Payne's interception against Clemson during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕRon Payne (94) returns a pass he intercepted against Clemson during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) hits Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) as he throws forcing an interception during the second half of the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson safety Van Smith (23) cuts down Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson safety Van Smith (23) hits Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) as he runs in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) works to escape a tackle by Clemson safety Van Smith (23) in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) makes a first down on the sidelines as he is forced out by Clemson linebacker James Skalski (47) in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) makes a first down on the sidelines as he is forced out by Clemson linebacker James Skalski (47) in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson cornerback Trayvon Mullen (1) interferes with Alabama wide receiver Robert Foster (1) on a pass near the end zone during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Bo Scarbrough (9) runs through a tackle by Clemson cornerback Trayvon Mullen (1) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Bo Scarbrough (9) runs through a tackle by Clemson cornerback Trayvon Mullen (1) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) evades Clemson defensive end Chris Register (45) Clemson defensive back Josh Jackson (45) and Clemson safety Van Smith (23) in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) escapes a tackle by Clemson safety Van Smith (23) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) tries to break away from Clemson safety Van Smith (23) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) leaps through a tackle by Clemson safety Van Smith (23) and Clemson linebacker Kendall Joseph (34) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson safety Van Smith (23) breaks up a pass to Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson safety Van Smith (23) breaks up a pass to Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) runs after catching a pass from Jalen Hurts during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson cornerback Mark Fields (2) breaks up a pass in the end zone to Clemson wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Terrell Lewis (24) dives toward Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) evades a rush by Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) breaks up a pass to Clemson wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman DaÕShawn Hand (9) hits Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) as he throws during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) escapes pressure from Alabama defensive back Anthony Averett (28) in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) is brought down by Alabama linebacker Rashaan Evans (32) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Deionte Thompson (14) hits Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) on a blitz during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson cornerback Mark Fields (2) breaks up a pass in the end zone to Clemson wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) celebrates his touchdown catch against Clemson during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) celebrates his touchdown catch against Clemson during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) catches a touchdown pass against Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) catches a touchdown pass against Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) throws a touchdown pass over Clemson safety Tanner Muse (19) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Bo Scarbrough (9) celebrates a first down run against Clemson during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Bo Scarbrough (9) dives forward for yardage against Clemson during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson linebacker Kendall Josephy (34) hits Alabama running back Bo Scarbrough (9) as he runs in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson linebacker Kendall Josephy (34) reaches out for Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) as he gets through a hole during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson defensive back KÕVon Wallace (12) makes a hit on Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) as he runs in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson defensive back KÕVon Wallace (12) brings down Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) as he runs in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) celebrates a first down run against Clemson during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) leaps through a hole opened by Alabama offensive lineman Jedrick Wills Jr. (74) as he runs against Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) leaps through the Clemson defense during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) corrals Clemson running back Darien Rencher (21) in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) corrals Clemson running back Darien Rencher (21) in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) makes a catch in front of Clemson defensive back KÕVon Wallace (12) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Clemson linebacker Dorian OÕDaniel (6) brings down Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) runs in the open against Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) runs in the open against Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Tony Brown (2) helps break up a pass intended for Clemson wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) during the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) celebrates a tackle for loss against Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) celebrates a tackle for loss against Clemson in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]