One of the top college football games of the entire season will take place in Week 2.
No. 11 Texas travels to Tuscaloosa on Saturday to face No. 3 Alabama.
The meeting between the two programs in 2022 turned into an instant classic. The Longhorns came out firing on all cylinders and looked as if they were to pull off the upset, but ultimately Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers left the game with a shoulder injury and the Crimson Tide escaped with a 20-19 win.
Steve Sarkisian’s team has received a substantial amount of hype this season due to the overall experience, depth and talent on the roster. The Texas-Alabama game will be a good measuring stick to see how close the Longhorns are to being a national contender.
Here’s a look at the expert picks for Texas vs. Alabama on Sept. 9.