Auburn at Alabama 11/24/2018
Fans take photos with a statue of Alabama head coach Nick Saban outside the stadium before an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Fans take photos with a statue of Alabama head coach Nick Saban outside the stadium before an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 02:07 PM EST
Alabama head coach Nick Saban talks with a CBS sports reporter before an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama head coach Nick Saban talks with a CBS sports reporter before an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 02:08 PM EST
Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn talks with CBS Sports reporter before an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn talks with CBS Sports reporter before an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 02:08 PM EST
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 03:25 PM EST
Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn paces the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn paces the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:36 PM EST
Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) works by Auburn defensive back Jeremiah Dinson (20) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) works by Auburn defensive back Jeremiah Dinson (20) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:36 PM EST
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) rolls out against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) rolls out against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:37 PM EST
Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) rides a stationary bike during the first half of an NCAA college football game, against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) rides a stationary bike during the first half of an NCAA college football game, against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:37 PM EST
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) pushes Auburn defensive back Jamel Dean (12) past the pylon for the game's first touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) pushes Auburn defensive back Jamel Dean (12) past the pylon for the game's first touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:37 PM EST
Alabama head coach Nick Saban paces the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn , Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama head coach Nick Saban paces the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn , Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:38 PM EST
Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn, right, reacts after getting a penalty called on him during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn, right, reacts after getting a penalty called on him during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:39 PM EST
Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) carries the ball as Auburn linebacker Darrell Williams (49) tries to tackle him during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) carries the ball as Auburn linebacker Darrell Williams (49) tries to tackle him during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:39 PM EST
Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:38 PM EST
Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III, left, drags Auburn defensive back Smoke Monday into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III, left, drags Auburn defensive back Smoke Monday into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:41 PM EST
Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) works by Auburn defensive lineman Marlon Davidson (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) works by Auburn defensive lineman Marlon Davidson (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:36 PM EST
Auburn wide receiver Anthony Schwartz (5) scores his team's first touchdown as he is hit by Alabama defensive back Saivion Smith (4) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Auburn wide receiver Anthony Schwartz (5) scores his team's first touchdown as he is hit by Alabama defensive back Saivion Smith (4) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 04:38 PM EST
Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn, front right, reacts after his team scored a touchdown against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn, front right, reacts after his team scored a touchdown against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 05:22 PM EST
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) escapes pressure from Auburn defensive lineman Marlon Davidson (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) escapes pressure from Auburn defensive lineman Marlon Davidson (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 05:20 PM EST
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 05:26 PM EST
Auburn running back Malik Miller (32) runs a pass reception from Auburn wide receiver Ryan Davis (23) in for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Auburn running back Malik Miller (32) runs a pass reception from Auburn wide receiver Ryan Davis (23) in for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 05:31 PM EST
Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn yells about a replay call during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn yells about a replay call during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 05:31 PM EST
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) drops back to pass against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) drops back to pass against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 05:31 PM EST
Auburn defensive back Javaris Davis (13) defends against Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) on a pass play during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Auburn defensive back Javaris Davis (13) defends against Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) on a pass play during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 05:31 PM EST
Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) runs into a hole during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) runs into a hole during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 05:32 PM EST
Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) intercepts a pass intended for Auburn tight end Tucker Brown (86) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) intercepts a pass intended for Auburn tight end Tucker Brown (86) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:16 PM EST
Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) leaves the field as Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) celebrates with teammates after an interception during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) leaves the field as Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) celebrates with teammates after an interception during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:17 PM EST
Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings waves to fans as he runs off the field after Alabama's 52-21 win over Auburn in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings waves to fans as he runs off the field after Alabama's 52-21 win over Auburn in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:32 PM EST
Auburn wide receiver Darius Slayton gets loose for a touchdown reception against Alabama during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Auburn wide receiver Darius Slayton gets loose for a touchdown reception against Alabama during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:31 PM EST
Alabama defensive back Patrick Surtain II (2) hits Auburn place-kicker Anders Carlson (26) to stop Auburn on a fake field goal on fourth down during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama defensive back Patrick Surtain II (2) hits Auburn place-kicker Anders Carlson (26) to stop Auburn on a fake field goal on fourth down during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:33 PM EST
Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) catches a pass for a touchdown as Auburn defensive back Roger McCreary (17) and linebacker Cameron Latu (20) defend during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) catches a pass for a touchdown as Auburn defensive back Roger McCreary (17) and linebacker Cameron Latu (20) defend during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:36 PM EST
Alabama wide receivers DeVonta Smith (6) and Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrate a touchdown reception by Ruggs during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama wide receivers DeVonta Smith (6) and Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrate a touchdown reception by Ruggs during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:29 PM EST
Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) catches a pass and thens carries it in for a touchdown against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Alabama won 52-21. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) catches a pass and thens carries it in for a touchdown against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Alabama won 52-21. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:31 PM EST
Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) sits on the field after being sacked by Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) sits on the field after being sacked by Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:46 PM EST
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) smiles as he watches second stringers finish an NCAA college football game against Auburn during the second half Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) smiles as he watches second stringers finish an NCAA college football game against Auburn during the second half Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:46 PM EST
Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) gets past Auburn linebacker Darrell Williams (49) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) gets past Auburn linebacker Darrell Williams (49) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:46 PM EST
Alabama head coach Nick Saban reacts to a call during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Alabama head coach Nick Saban reacts to a call during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:46 PM EST
Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) catches a pass over Auburn defensive back Roger McCreary (17) for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) catches a pass over Auburn defensive back Roger McCreary (17) for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:47 PM EST
Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) catches a pass and carries it in for a touchdown as Auburn linebacker Darrell Williams (49) tries to defend during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) catches a pass and carries it in for a touchdown as Auburn linebacker Darrell Williams (49) tries to defend during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:55 PM EST
Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) gets around Auburn defensive back Noah Igbinoghene (4) and scores a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) gets around Auburn defensive back Noah Igbinoghene (4) and scores a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:53 PM EST
Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) carries the ball in for a touchdown against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) carries the ball in for a touchdown against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:55 PM EST
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) waves to fans as he runs off the field after an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) waves to fans as he runs off the field after an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nov. 24, 2018 07:48 PM EST
FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) celebrates with teammates after an interception against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. No. 1 Alabama's typically tough defense will be challenged by No. 4 Georgia's offense that enters Saturday's SEC championship game on a roll. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, FIle)

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) celebrates with teammates after an interception against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. No. 1 Alabama's typically tough defense will be challenged by No. 4 Georgia's offense that enters Saturday's SEC championship game on a roll. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, FIle)

Nov. 28, 2018 12:08 PM EST
FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Alabama wide receivers DeVonta Smith (6) and Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrate a touchdown reception by Ruggs during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The Tide hasn't had a Top 15 offense under coach Nick Saban. Enter Tua Tagovailoa. And Jerry Jeudy. And fellow receivers Henry Ruggs III, DeVonta Smith and freshman Jaylen Waddle. Plus tight end Irv Smith Jr. Not to mention tailbacks Damien Harris, Najee Harris and Josh Jacobs. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Alabama wide receivers DeVonta Smith (6) and Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrate a touchdown reception by Ruggs during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The Tide hasn't had a Top 15 offense under coach Nick Saban. Enter Tua Tagovailoa. And Jerry Jeudy. And fellow receivers Henry Ruggs III, DeVonta Smith and freshman Jaylen Waddle. Plus tight end Irv Smith Jr. Not to mention tailbacks Damien Harris, Najee Harris and Josh Jacobs. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)

Nov. 29, 2018 12:26 PM EST
FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) escapes pressure from Auburn defensive lineman Marlon Davidson (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Coach Kirby Smart and his fourth-ranked Bulldogs are preparing to face what he calls "one of the most elite group of skill players I've seen assembled in college football." The Tide’s headliner is Tagovailoa, who could become the first Alabama quarterback to win a Heisman Trophy.(AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) escapes pressure from Auburn defensive lineman Marlon Davidson (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Coach Kirby Smart and his fourth-ranked Bulldogs are preparing to face what he calls "one of the most elite group of skill players I've seen assembled in college football." The Tide’s headliner is Tagovailoa, who could become the first Alabama quarterback to win a Heisman Trophy.(AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Nov. 29, 2018 12:26 PM EST
FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) is tackled by Auburn defensive back Javaris Davis (13) after a reception during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Jeudy’s ambitions grew with every college football camp he attended, every highly rated defensive back he beat head to head. His recruiting stock rose, and so did his goals. Now, he’s Alabama’s latest star wide receiver and a Biletnikoff Award winner heading into the College Football Playoffs. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) is tackled by Auburn defensive back Javaris Davis (13) after a reception during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Jeudy’s ambitions grew with every college football camp he attended, every highly rated defensive back he beat head to head. His recruiting stock rose, and so did his goals. Now, he’s Alabama’s latest star wide receiver and a Biletnikoff Award winner heading into the College Football Playoffs. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Dec. 24, 2018 12:31 AM EST
File-This Nov. 24, 2018, file photo shows Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) throwing a pass against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. he Purdue Boilermakers can finish off a season where their biggest win might just be keeping Jeff Brohm as coach in the Music City Bowl, while Auburn at least has Stidham playing one last game Friday, Dec. 28, 2018, before leaving for the NFL draft.(AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

File-This Nov. 24, 2018, file photo shows Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) throwing a pass against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. he Purdue Boilermakers can finish off a season where their biggest win might just be keeping Jeff Brohm as coach in the Music City Bowl, while Auburn at least has Stidham playing one last game Friday, Dec. 28, 2018, before leaving for the NFL draft.(AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Dec. 27, 2018 03:38 PM EST
FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018 file photo, Auburn running back Kam Martin (9) carries the ball against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. College football starts better than it ends. The sport has evolved through numerous postseason systems that have clumsily crowned champions, and while the College Football Playoff does a better job than its predecessors it has also spawned a month’s worth of tedious debate over the meaningfulness of bowl games. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018 file photo, Auburn running back Kam Martin (9) carries the ball against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. College football starts better than it ends. The sport has evolved through numerous postseason systems that have clumsily crowned champions, and while the College Football Playoff does a better job than its predecessors it has also spawned a month’s worth of tedious debate over the meaningfulness of bowl games. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Aug. 28, 2019 01:30 AM EDT
FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Auburn running back Shaun Shivers (25) is tackled by Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The Tide opens next Saturday at Missouri with Moses returning when he might otherwise have left for the NFL. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Auburn running back Shaun Shivers (25) is tackled by Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The Tide opens next Saturday at Missouri with Moses returning when he might otherwise have left for the NFL. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Sep. 20, 2020 10:00 AM EDT