Sights and Sounds From Alabama's Season-Ending Sugar Bowl Win

Photos and videos from the Crimson Tide's 10th Sugar Bowl win in program history.

Christopher Walsh | Dec 31, 2022

Sights and Sounds From Alabama's Season-Ending Sugar Bowl Win /

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The No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide football team secured a 45-20 win over No. 9 Kansas State in the Sugar Bowl on Saturday.

The victory at the Caesars Superdome helped Alabama finish 11-2 on the season.

The Crimson Tide fell behind early with Kansas State gaining a 10-0 lead in the first 12 minutes. The Tide countered with 35 unanswered points to make it a 35-10 game before the Wildcats narrowed the gap on a field goal late in the third. Alabama then put the game well out of reach thanks to a touchdown to close out the third quarter and a field goal from Will Reichard early in the fourth.

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Jordan Battle (9) celebrates his interception against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide are introduced before playing against the Kansas State Wildcats in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Jordan Battle (9) celebrates his interception against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Kansas State Wildcats wide receiver Kade Warner (85) is brought down by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back DeMarcco Hellams (2) during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide marching band and dancers perform before the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jahmyr Gibbs (1) runs the ball against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ja'Corey Brooks (7) runs the ball against Kansas State Wildcats safety VJ Payne (19) during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Kansas State Wildcats running back Deuce Vaughn (22) runs the ball ahead of Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Eli Ricks (7) for a touchdown during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jahmyr Gibbs (1) runs the ball against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young (9) drops back to pass against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Isaiah Bond (17) catches a touchdown pass against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Isaiah Bond (17) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Kansas State Wildcats with wide receiver Kendrick Law (19) during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Quarterback Bryce Young was named the game’s Most Valuable Player with an impressive five-touchdown effort. The junior finished an efficient 15-of-21 for 321 yards to go with the five scores. He connected with seven different receivers overall, five of which scored a touchdown. Tight end Cameron Latu led in receptions with five for 54 yards and a score while Jermaine Burton paced UA in yards at 87 on his three catches, adding a touchdown of his own.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Jermaine Burton (3) catches a pass against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jahmyr Gibbs (1) runs the ball against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide tight end Cameron Latu (81) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban watches game action against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Eli Ricks (7) tackles Kansas State Wildcats wide receiver Malik Knowles (4) during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Brian Branch (14) celebrates his interception against the Kansas State Wildcats during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jase McClellan (2) runs the ball against Kansas State Wildcats Kansas State Wildcats safety VJ Payne (19) during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Brian Branch (14) celebrates his interception against the Kansas State Wildcats during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ja'Corey Brooks (7) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Kansas State Wildcats with wide receiver Jermaine Burton (3) during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young (9) runs the ball against the Kansas State Wildcats during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Kobe Prentice (80) runs the ball against the Kansas State Wildcats during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Jahmyr Gibbs highlighted the Tide running backs with 15 carries for 76 yards followed by Jase McClellan who rushed seven times for 42 yards and a score. Gibbs also added two receptions for 66 yards and a pair of kickoff returns for 31 yards to total a game-high 173 all-purpose yards.

The Crimson Tide defense intercepted two passes while limiting the Wildcats to only 210 yards through the air. Jordan Battle picked off the first pass and finished with nine total tackles, including half a stop for loss.

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jahmyr Gibbs (1) runs the ball against the Kansas State Wildcats during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Jermaine Burton (3) catches a pass against the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Kobe Prentice (80) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Kansas State Wildcats with wide receiver Jermaine Burton (3) during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Tyler Booker holds up Bryce Young in celebration

Brian Branch with the turnover belt in the Sugar Bowl

Linebacker Will Anderson Jr. during his final Alabama game

Alabama's 2022 team captains: Jordan Battle, Will Anderson Jr., and Bryce Young

Isaiah Bond with his first career touchdown

Tight end Camerson Latu

Jaheim Oatis in the Sugar Bowl

Bryce Young in the Sugar Bowl

Linebacker Henry To'oTo'o during his final Alabama game

Brian Branch recorded Alabama's second pick and paired the turnover with 12 tackles, including a sack and a game-high four tackles for loss. DeMarcco Hellams led all defenders with 13 stops.

“There was a team out there today that cared – cared about how they played; cared about the pride they had in their performance; cared about each other – and they prevailed because of that," head coach Nick Saban said. "I think that (mentality) started way back when we started practice. There are a lot of guys on this team, including these two guys that are sitting next to me (Will Anderson Jr. and Bryce Young) that have given a lot to this program. The way the team performed out there together as a group, they had something to prove.”

Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Will Anderson Jr. (31) defensive back Jordan Battle (9) and quarterback Bryce Young (9) celebrate the victory against the Kansas State Wildcats in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama quarterback Bryce Young (9) is removed late in the game during the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome. Alabama defeated Kansas State 45-20.

The Sugar Bowl postgame victory celebration

Kansas State Wildcats running back DJ Giddens (31) runs the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Jordan Battle (9) during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

The Crimson Tide celebrates with its fans at the Sugar Bowl.

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young (9) is named most outstanding player following the victory against the Kansas State Wildcats in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jahmyr Gibbs (1) runs the ball against Kansas State Wildcats safety Josh Hayes (1) during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide tight end Cameron Latu (81) runs the ball against Kansas State Wildcats safety Josh Hayes (1) during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (1) blocks a pass intended for Kansas State Wildcats wide receiver Malik Knowles (4) during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jase McClellan (2) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Kansas State Wildcats during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

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