WATCH: Nick Saban speaks on importance of handling success and facing Tennessee this week

On Wednesday, Nick Saban addressed a few different topics at his game-week presser.

After providing injury updates on LaBryan Ray (defensive end) and Carl Tucker (tight end), he spoke on punter Ty Perine still being in the competition at the position. As he takes on Jeremy Pruitt and the Tennessee Volunteers on Saturday, Saban talked about the importance of handling success. The Crimson Tide is coming off a huge win over Georgia and needs to maintain focus.

Despite a 2-2 record, Tennessee could easily be 3-1 or 4-0.

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Hopefully, Alabama takes it second half showing against the Bulldogs and applies it throughout the remainder of the season.

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Stephen M. Smith is the managing editor and senior writer for Touchdown Alabama Magazine.  You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @CoachingMSmith.

Stephen M. Smith

Stephen Smith is a 2015 graduate of the University of Alabama. He is a senior writer and reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. He has covered Alabama football for 10+ years and his knowledge and coverage of the Crimson Tide's program have made him among the most respected journalist in his field. Smith has been featured on ESPN and several other marquee outlets as an analyst.