SEC Nation headed to Tuscaloosa for rivalry weekend: What to know + how to watch
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Just two weeks after a visit from ESPN’s College Gameday, Alabama is set to host another top-15 matchup in Tuscaloosa as No. 11 Tennessee comes to town.
The Third Saturday in October rivalry is always a big deal to both fanbases but this year’s game will have a clear impact on the national championship picture + the SEC standings. And another pregame show will be in town to highlight the matchup.
SEC Nation, the weekly college football show on SEC Network, will be in Tuscaloosa this weekend. Here’s what you need to know:
- What: SEC Nation
- When: Saturday, Oct. 18 | 9-11AM
- Where: Wade Hall | Tuscaloosa, AL
- Watch: SEC Network
- More info
The show is hosted by Laura Rutledge with analysis provided by Tim Tebow, Paul Finebaum, Jordan Rodgers and former Alabama defensive back Roman Harper.
Finebaum will also host his daily radio show from campus on Friday from 2-6PM.
Students and fans have the opportunity for up-close view of the show by standing in the pit immediately adjacent to the stage. Selection is on a first-come, first-serve basis for all fans.
Students admitted to the pit are encouraged to wear school colors and gear. Participants are subject to ESPN security procedures and policies.
All signs brought to Saturday’s taping will be inspected before entry and must abide by ESPN’s sign policies or will be removed.
Third Saturday in October
This weekend may be the most anticipated game in Tuscaloosa this season as Alabama looks to avenge last season’s loss to the Volunteers + get bragging rights back in the rivalry.
Here’s what you need to know before kickoff:
- What: Tennessee Volunteers at Alabama Crimson Tide
- When: 6:30PM | Saturday, Oct. 18
- Where: Bryant-Denny Stadium | Tuscaloosa, AL
- Watch: ABC
Alabama leads the all-time rivalry series 59-40-7 but Tennessee has won two of the last three meetings, following a 15-game winning streak from the Crimson Tide during the Nick Saban era.
Kalen DeBoer lost his debut in the rivalry in Knoxville last season but he’ll have the home crowd behind him this time around. Alabama has not lost to Tennessee in Tuscaloosa since 2003.
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