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WATCH: Alabama football locked in during Thursday’s practice in Rose Bowl prep

John David Mercer - USA Today Sports

The University of Alabama football team put in work at Dignity Health Sports Park during Thursday’s practice for the Rose Bowl.

Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide arrived in California on Tuesday, and it has taken part in festivities. Alabama is locked in on facing Michigan on New Year’s Day for an opportunity to play in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

Alabama Looks SERIOUS in Rose Bowl Practice

Michigan is a 1.5 to 2-point favorite over the Tide via the betting sites in Las Vegas.

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Alabama is in the CFP after missing out last season, and Saban is back in the top four for an eighth time since 2014.

All eyes are on Monday’s matchup in Pasadena, Calif.

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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 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 15 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.

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