Mark Ingram: 'When I got the ball, I had to capitalize'

Mark Ingram rushed for 144 yards on 22 carries in Alabama's 24-15 victory over LSU, surpassing the 1,000-yard mark for the season with his fifth game of at least 140 yards rushing. Sporting News' Matt Hayes and other reporters caught up with Ingram after the Tide's victory. Q: This was the first time since the season opener that you guys were in a tight game in the fourth quarter. What was the mood on the sidelines? A: You're taking it play by play, that's really all you can do. It's definitely a different feeling. The way we look at it, anyone on the team can make a play that makes a difference. Somebody makes a big play, and it gets the whole team ready to go. Q: It's fourth down and a yard to go late in the fourth quarter, and instead of punting you get the first down, kick the field goal and ice the game. Talk about that decision. A: That shows how much faith coach (Nick) Saban has in us. We can't let him down. You've got to push and grind it out, no matter what. Just stick it in ... (link)