The Citadel Bulldogs came to Tuscaloosa looking for a dog fight and they got it in the first half against the number one team in the country.

The Alabama Crimson Tide came into the month of November outscoring LSU and Mississippi State 53-0. But in the first half against Citadel, the Crimson Tide went into halftime tied with the Bulldogs at 10.

But was the Crimson Tide first half struggles a good thing for the team as a whole?

ESPN college football analyst Brad Edwards joined The Game with Ryan Fowler to discuss Alabama's victory over the Citadel, the Crimson Tide struggling in the first half, offensive line performance, concerns with the special teams and thoughts on the Auburn Tigers and a preview of the Iron Bowl this weekend.

For more of Brad Edwards' analysis on Alabama and college football, make sure you watch the video above the article. For the latest news, analysis and breakdown surrounding the Alabama Crimson Tide, make sure you listen to The Game with Ryan Fowler weekday afternoons from 2-6 p.m.

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