Tennessee beats Alabama football on last-second field goal

It was looked like Alabama football had the game clinched

Though Kool-Aid McKinstry was heading towards the end zone, he was not able to make it.

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But to be in control Crimson Tide was appeared.

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In final minutes Alabama had a lead on Saturday and in Tennessee Vols territory it was about to have the football deep.

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But due to pass interference on Alabama, there was a flag.

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The game was tied by Tennessee shortly after.

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Crimson Tide couldn't get out of its own way, either early in the game or toward the end.

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The benefit of a missed field goal late was taken by Tennessee and Vols beat Alabama by 52-49.

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The game between No. 8 Tennessee (6-0, 3-0) and No. 1 Alabama (6-1, 3-1 SEC) are the observations and takeaways.

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