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Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) celebrates his touchdown against Georgia during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Hurts rallies No. 1 Alabama to 35-28 win over No. 4 Georgia

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Alabama head coach Nick Saban speaks during a news conference, Friday, Nov. 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Georgia and Alabama will play Saturday in the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Column: What happens if No. 1 Alabama loses to Georgia?

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Georgia coach Kirby Smart and Alabama coach Nick Saban pose for a photo with the Southeastern Conference Championship trophy one day before the SCE Championship between Georgia and Alabama in Atlanta, Friday, Nov. 30, 2018. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)

They’re back! Bama vs Georgia in rematch of January classic

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Alabama head coach Nick Saban talks with Alabama defensive back Deionte Thompson (14) after a play during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Top-ranked Alabama chasing titles, rare perfect season

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) carries the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Citadel, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Tied at half, No. 1 Alabama romps past The Citadel 50-17

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Mississippi State, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

No. 1 Alabama prepares for The Citadel’s triple option

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) scrambles for yardage during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Mississippi State, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Saban has no plans to sit ‘Bama QB Tau Tagovailoa this week

Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 6, 2018, file photo, Alabama defensive lineman Quinnen Williams puts the pressure on Arkansas quarterback Ty Storey in the second half of an NCAA college football game, in Fayetteville, Ark. The guys who have to block Quinnen Williams in practice aren't the least bit surprised by his success on Alabama's defensive line. Williams has emerged as a dominant force for the top-ranked Crimson Tide at nose guard, doing in games what he has often done in practice. &quot;I think we're honestly a little relieved as an (offensive) line that we're like, 'OK, no one else can block him either,'&quot; Alabama left tackle Jonah Williams said. (AP Photo/Michael Woods, File)

No. 1 Alabama’s overshadowed defense pretty good, too

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) warms up before an NCAA college football game against LSU in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Tagovailoa, No. 1 Alabama roll past No. 4 LSU, 29-0

By BRETT MARTEL - Associated Press

LSU head coach Ed Orgeron reacts to a play during an NCAA college football game against Mississippi State in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. LSU won 19-3. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)

Don’t look now, but it’s another top-5 Alabama-LSU matchup

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates a touchdown with teammate wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Fast start helps No. 1 Alabama trounce Tennessee 58-21

By STEVE MEGARGEE - Associated Press

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws a pass against Texas A&amp;M during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

No. 1 Alabama meets Louisiana-Lafayette, ex-Saban assistant

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama head coach Nick Saban reacts to a call during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Bad press for No. 1 Alabama? Saban says yes, please

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2018, file photo, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney, left, and Texas A&amp;M head coach Jimbo Fisher talk before the start of an NCAA college football game, in College Station, Texas. An example of the SEC's depth is No. 22 Texas A&amp;M, which plays at No. 1 Alabama this week. The Aggies' only loss was to No. 3 Clemson, 28-26. (AP Photo/Sam Craft, File)

Fisher, No. 22 Texas A&M seeking upset of No. 1 Alabama

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 1, 2018, file photo, Alabama's Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates his 77-yard touchdown run against Louisville with teammates including wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) during the second half of an NCAA college football game,in Orlando, Fla. Offenses around the SEC made a statement the rest of Power Five leagues can’t help but notice _ and left little doubt they have the offensive firepower to light up scoreboards all year after their impressive performances in Week 1. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File)

No. 1 Alabama aiming to stay grounded after blowout wins

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas State, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Tagovailoa, No. 1 Alabama blow out Arkansas State , 57-7

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, center, manages to get off a pass as he is hit by Louisville defensive lineman Jared Goldwire, left, and defensive end Derek Dorsey (91) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Nick Saban created Alabama’s QB controversy

By Deron Snyder

FILE - In this Jan. 8, 2018, file photo, Alabama quarterbacks Jalen Hurts (2) and Tua Tagovailoa (13) and head coach Nick Saban watch from the sideline during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Georgia in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Saban makes official what “everybody knows,” it’s Tua’s job

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, right, is forced out of bounds by Louisville safety Dee Smith after a short gain during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Tagovailoa shines, No. 1 Alabama routs Louisville 51-14

By FRED GOODALL - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 4, 2018, file photo, Alabama head coach Nick Saban walks around the field before an NCAA college football practice, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Saban had to recruit six assistant coaches during the offseason while elevating two others to coordinator positions. He landed a group he's hoping will help the top-ranked Crimson Tide contend for not only more championships but more of the nation’s top prospects. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

No. 1 Alabama opens title defense against Louisville

By GARY B. GRAVES - Associated Press