Alabama Crimson Tide won the game, which was expected. Alabama Crimson Tide entered the game as the strong favorite, with a 72% chance to win before the game started.
Michigan Wolverines made it a game early, taking their largest lead during the middle stretches of the game, when they had a 56% chance of winning. But Alabama Crimson Tide responded, regaining the lead and maintaining control for the duration of the game.