Alabama runs away from Clemson in fourth quarter to win national title (live updates)

Alabama outscored Clemson 24-16 in the fourth quarter en route to a 45-40 win in the national championship game in Glendale, Ariz. Follow updates here from The State’s Matt Connolly and other statewide and national media in Arizona covering the big game. The State’s Ben Breiner will provide updates on the scene from Clemson.

This story was originally published January 11, 2016 at 2:56 PM with the headline "Alabama runs away from Clemson in fourth quarter to win national title (live updates)."