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Tuscaloosa City Council approves beer and wine sales in Bryant-Denny Stadium

Alcohol could soon be coming to Bryant-Denny Stadium.

The Tuscaloosa City Council approved a liquor license for beer and wine inside Alabama’s Bryant-Denny Stadium. Now, it is only pending Alcoholic Beverage Control’s (ABC) approval.

A few other schools in the Southeastern Conference have begun allowing alcoholic sales inside of their stadiums after the conference’s governing body lifted the ban ahead of the 2020 college football season.

Stuart R. Bell, President of the University of Alabama, approves of the decision saying, “We think it’s going to really enhance the fan experience that all our fans, at our different events, will enjoy and want to be a part of.”

Beer and wine sales would likely extend to other venues and events of the Alabama campus.

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What Nick Saban said during his Monday press conference

What Nick Saban said during his Monday press conference

Each Monday Alabama head coach Nick Saban speaks to the members of the media to give a quick recap of the previous week’s game and to also look ahead to the upcoming opponent.

Coach Saban had a lot to say in his brief time with the media. Here are a few of the quick hitters.

  • Saban mentioned that he was pleased with the execution this past Saturday from the team.
  • He mentioned that the atmosphere at Bryant-Denny has been great this season and it will need to be again against Arkansas.
  • Saban was very complimentary of Arkansas head coach Sam Pittman.
  • From an injury standpoint, Saban said that Roydell Williams is out with a knee injury that will require surgery. JoJo Earle is out for a week or two, but his injury will not require surgery.
  • On the current running back situation, Saban mentioned that you can’t really change the offense a lot. And that the coaching staff will probably look for an emergency option at the position.
  • On the progress of Trey Sanders, Saban said he did a good job when he got in the game against New Mexico State. And with the injuries, he now has a great opportunity.
  • Saban said that junior left tackle Evan Neal played very physical in last week’s game and that he has played well all year long.

These are just a few of the notes from Saban’s press conference. To see the press conference in its entirety, click here.

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Alabama vs. New Mexico State: Game day information, how to watch, stream, listen

Here is how you can catch Alabama’s final non-conference match of the regular season!

No. 2 Alabama has three games remaining on its regular-season schedule. Two of which are SEC matchups with Arkansas and in-state rival Auburn.

The last of the non-conference slate will be wrapped up this weekend against the New Mexico State Aggies. And while this matchup doesn’t move the needle, it gives the Tide an opportunity to clean up mistakes and get back on track after last week’s struggle win over LSU.

Here is how you can make sure not to miss any of the action!

Kickoff, How to Watch/Stream/Listen

Kickoff: 11:00 a.m. CT, Saturday, Nov. 13

Location: Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Television: SEC Network (Taylor Zarzour, Matt Stinchcomb)

Live Stream: fuboTV (try it free)

Radio: Crimson Tide Sports Network/ TuneIn app

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Alabama’s all-time record against LSU

The Alabama-LSU matchup is something we all look forward to each season. Here is a closer look at Alabama’s all-time record against the Tigers of LSU.

Ever since Nick Saban arrived in Tuscaloosa, the Alabama and LSU matchup has been one of the most anticipated each season.

Even before Saban arrived the rivalry was one of the best in the SEC, Saban added just a little extra flare.

In Saban’s first season at Alabama, LSU got the best of Saban and the Tide, winning 41-34 in Tuscaloosa. The next season, Saban took a more talented team to Baton Rouge and beat the Tigers in Death Valley 27-21 in overtime.

In Saban’s tenure at Alabama, the Crimson Tide owns an 11-4 record over the Tigers of LSU. One of those wins, of course, was for a BCS National Championship in January of 2012.

One of the most famous games between the two programs is what is known as ‘The Game of the Century’, a matchup that LSU won 9-6.

The two schools first met way back in November of 1895 when LSU beat Alabama 12-6.

Overall, Alabama owns a resounding 54-26-5 series advantage over the LSU Tigers.

This Saturday the two teams will renew their heated rivalry inside of Bryant-Denny Stadium at 6:00 p.m. CT on ESPN.

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3 reasons why Alabama will beat Ole Miss

The 3 reasons why Alabama will beat Ole Miss!

There is something that is simply captivating about an October sunrise. Maybe it is just the anticipation for today’s matchup that has us all full of hope and excitement for a new day.

After all, today’s matchup is one of the most important contests of the entire season as No. 1 Alabama is set to host No. 12 Ole Miss this afternoon.

The build-up and the hype videos have been released, now it is time to see who can come away with a victory in this colossal SEC matchup!

Here are three reasons why Alabama will beat the Ole Miss Rebels.

First … The home-field advantage

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Nick Saban badly wants an energetic crowd at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday

Nick Saban has made himself clear: Be loud on Saturday!

A big matchup is making its way to Tuscaloosa, and the No. 12 Ole Miss Rebels are looking to shock Tide faithful and the college football world on Saturday when they make the 160+ mile trek from Oxford to Tuscaloosa to take on the No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide.

With an offense as fast and ferocious as the Rebels’ defense, it’s important to get them out of their way early and make them play from behind. Ole Miss owns the top spot in the FBS when it comes to offensive yards per game, averaging 635.3.

Saban made mention of this Thursday night on his weekly radio show, pointing out that an offense putting up even half of that number would have a good day.

He has talked all week in various appearances about how loud he wants Bryant-Denny Stadium to be on Saturday, and we know all too well that he has never cared to give directives to the faithful. Remember when he asked the students to stay for entire games? 

In the most recent instance, which was Thursday night on his weekly radio show, Saban again reiterated his request and also explained why it’s so important for the crowd to be noisy during the game.

“These tempo teams that try to go fast, basically what they’re trying to do is dictate the game,” Saban said. “They’re trying to get the other team out of sorts. They’re trying to get the other team to make mental mistakes because they can’t get lined up.”

The reasoning is clear and concise, a loud stadium will provide a difficult environment for the offense to be able to get set up quickly, call in plays and hear the snap count.

“The crowd can have an impact on the game,” Saban said. “It makes it more difficult for their offense to check. It affects their cadence if there’s a lot of noise, but this has to be something that is relentless and every play. It can’t be every now and then.

“You’ve got to make every play in the game tough for the quarterback.”

Ole Miss has yet to be tested in a remarkably hostile environment, they have played two home games against clearly under-matched opponents and a neutral site contest against Louisville. That lack of a true road test is part of the reason why Saban believes it’s important for the supporters to show up and show out, making as much noise as possible.

With the type of offense the Crimson Tide defense is going up against, it’s going to need all of the help it can get, and if you’re going to be in attendance on Saturday, you’ll be able to help!

You can catch the game between No. 1 Alabama and No. 12 Ole Miss on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT on CBS. Gates open at 12:30 p.m. CT if you’ll be in attendance. 

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Previewing the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Mercer Bears

Previewing the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Mercer Bears

Alabama will make their home debut of the 2021 season this Saturday against the Mercer Bears.

This matchup will not garner the type of anticipation that Alabama vs. Miami did, but it is the next game on the schedule so it is the most important.

Let’s take a look a look at the Bears first.

Mercer Preview: 

Mercer is coming off a dominating performance over Point University. The Bears were able to put 69 points on the board while not allowing the Hawks to score in the contest.

Mercer runs multiple formations on offense, but in its opener, they relied heavily upon the running game. Cumulatively, the Bears ran the ball 59 times for 539 yards and seven touchdowns. Freshman Tommy Pollack led the way for the Bears with 13 carries for 111 yards and two touchdowns.

In their blowout win, the Bears also played three different quarterbacks led by Carter Peevy. Peevy finished the game 9 of 12 for 139 yards with one touchdown and one interception.

The Bears were also very stingy on the defensive side of the ball, holding Point to just a total of 99 yards of offense.

Alabama Preview:

Alabama had one of the better overall performances of the first week of the college football season. The Tide held a talented Miami offense to just thirteen points and 266 total yards. Offensively, Alabama had their way with the Hurricanes, compiling 501 total yards and 44 points.

Bryce Young leads the quarterback room, while Alabama uses their plethora of talented backs to split carries in the run game. John Metchie and Jameson Williams are stars in the making out wide for the Tide.

Defensively, Alabama has talent all on three levels. Phil Mathis anchors the defensive line, Will Anderson, Christian Harris, and Henry To’o To’o make for an elite linebacker corp, and Malachi Moore, Josh Jobe, and Jordan Battle make up a stingy back end of the defense.

Overall Thoughts & Score Prediction

Obviously, Alabama is the superior team in this contest and will have the avoid the proverbial “rat poison” heading into Saturday’s matchup.

I think this 2021 team is determined and focused. I believe they will show up ready to play in front of a packed-out Bryant-Denny Stadium and compete at a high level and dominate an inferior opponent.

Score Prediction: Alabama 63 Mercer 7

Alabama’s all-time record against the Mercer Bears

What is Alabama’s all-time record against the Mercer Bears?

Alabama will make its home debut of the 2021 season this Saturday as they host the Mercer Bears.

This will be the first time that Bryant-Denny Stadium will be at full capacity since Alabama hosted Western Carolina in late November of the 2019 season.

Alabama is coming off a dominating victory over the Miami Hurricanes while Mercer also picked up a win in a run-away fashion against Point University by a score of 69 to 0.

Alabama and Mercer have only faced off a total of three times heading into Saturday’s matchup. Alabama has won all three of the previous matchups.

The two programs last met back in the 2017 season, a contest that Alabama won by a score of 56-0.

Bryce Young and the rest of the Tide players look to carry their hot start in Atlanta back home to Tuscaloosa this Saturday at 3:00 p.m. CT.

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Ranking all 14 SEC football teams by home-field advantage

From Vanderbilt to LSU, the difference in home-field advantages at SEC stadium varies but some places are nothing but intimidating.

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Is there anything better as a fan than walking out of an opponent’s stadium with a win?

Yes, that is an exhilarating feeling for everyone but that is easier said than done, especially for your favorite football team, depending on which SEC stadium you are visiting.

Leaving Vanderbilt Stadium with a win? Expected. Jordan-Hare Stadium or Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge? Not as much.

So how do the 14 stadiums rank when it comes to giving their teams a pure home-field advantage? Here are my rankings. I’m sure everyone will agree.

Alabama plans to have full-capacity in Bryant-Denny Stadium for 2021 CFB season

Alabama football’s home, Bryant-Denny Stadium, may be open for full-capacity in the 2021 season. This is a big change from 2020’s 20% limit.

The 2020 college football season saw games being canceled, schedules altered and stadiums at low capacity, some didn’t allow any fans. Now, the Crimson Tide may be playing home games inside of a sold out, maximum-capacity Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Alabama’s home stadium holds up to 100,077 attendees, but due to the ongoing pandemic, only 20% of the stadium’s capacity was allowed in.

Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne tweeted, “We are moving forward with plans to have a full stadium in the fall and will monitor medical guidelines as we have all along. #RollTide”

His tweet follows an announcement by the University of Alabama that states the school will look to hold full-capacity, in-person classes, moving away from the hybrid and online methods.

There’s no indication that these plans are set in stone, and with the college football season still months away, a shift in numbers regarding the pandemic, which are currently trending downward, could cause Byrne to walk back this statement.

Players, fans and coaches all likely miss the energy a packed stadium brings. Now, there’s a chance they can all hope for a return to some sense of normalcy.