Final tune-up for Alabama as it eyes Wisconsin

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Head coach Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide didn’t have media on hand in Thursday’s walk through drills, but its ready for Wisconsin. AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas will be packed for a classic Southeastern Conference against Big Ten showdown.

Things to look for on Saturday

• Alabama senior quarterback Jake Coker will start on offense. Alec Morris and Cooper Bateman may play, but Coker starts.
• True freshman running back Damien Harris will spell Derrick Henry in the second half.
• Sophomore wide receiver Cam Sims could see some reps against Wisconsin.
• Wisconsin’s secondary: Who will senior safety Michael Caputo be matched up on? (ArDarius Stewart)
• Alabama’s receiving corps: Can Chris Black and Richard Mullaney take advantage of smaller cornerbacks?
• Badgers’ quarterback Joel Stave: How many pass attempts will he have? Can he be efficient?
• Wisconsin’s defensive line: A consistent pass rush is necessary
• Alabama’s defense: Attack Corey Clement, pressure Stave and force turnovers
• Alabama running back Kenyan Drake: Carries or receptions? Which will be higher?

Stephen M. Smith is a senior analyst and columnist for Touchdown Alabama Magazine and SB Nation. You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @ESPN_Future.