Alabama vs UL Monroe Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 6, 2025

By: Garrett Beaverson Published 09/02/2025, 03:59 PM ET

Alabama opens its Week 2 campaign at home against the UL Monroe Warhawks on Saturday, September 6, 2025, kicking off at approximately 6:45 p.m. CT from Bryant–Denny Stadium. The game will air on the SEC Network. Despite a 31–17 loss to Florida State in Week 1, the Crimson Tide are strong favorites. Meanwhile, UL Monroe is coming off a dominant 29–0 win over St. Francis (PA). Get in on all the action with our free college football picks.

UL Monroe Analysis

UL Monroe enters Week 2 with a 1–0 record. In their opener, QB Aidan Armenta completed 12 of 23 passes for 95 yards, throwing one touchdown and one interception, and added a rushing score. Braylon McReynolds led the ground game with 113 yards on 11 attempts. The Warhawks’ offense was efficient overall, gaining 434 total yards, averaging 311 rushing yards, and converting all five red-zone possessions into scores. Head coach Bryant Vincent returns for his second season, aiming to build on a modest 5–7 record from 2024. UL Monroe was picked to finish last in the Sun Belt West division in preseason voting.

Alabama Analysis

Alabama (0–1) is recovering from its opening defeat—FSU beat the Tide 31–17 after exposing flaws in Alabama’s offensive line and discipline. QB Ty Simpson threw for 254 yards on 23-of-43 passing (2 TDs, 0 INTs). The Tide’s red-zone defense ranked only 56th in FBS, which may be tested by UL Monroe’s efficient red-zone offense. Alabama must tighten up execution and regain form before opening SEC play next week.

Standout Players and Key Injuries

UL Monroe’s offense is balanced behind Armenta and McReynolds, with the team converting every red-zone trip and showing strong offensive cohesion. Bryant Vincent’s leadership brings confidence and continuity. Alabama leans on Simpson to regain rhythm behind an improved offensive line, while defensive attention focuses on their struggling red-zone stops. No significant injuries have been reported for either team at this time.

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Prediction Reasoning

This matchup projects as a classic giant vs minnow game. While UL Monroe enters with momentum and an efficient red-zone offense, Alabama’s overall talent level, depth, and home-field advantage make the Tide the overwhelming favorite. Expect Crimson Tide to correct season-opening issues and dominate early, especially once their o-line stabilizes and the offense finds tempo.

Final Score Projection: Alabama 52, UL Monroe 10

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