Alabama pregame notes for Georgia: Former 5-star is full go for Crimson Tide’s defense

The energy is Tuscaloosa (Ala.) is insane for Alabama’s matchup with Georgia on Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

ABC will have the call at 6:30 p.m. CT in the epic Southeastern Conference showdown. Kalen DeBoer is looking forward to earning a statement win to start his SEC coaching tenure against Kirby Smart. A victory for DeBoer reassures Crimson Tide fans across the landscape he was the right hire. Alabama had some guys banged up after the Wisconsin game, but everyone looks like they are good to go.

Pregame notes for Alabama are below.

Alabama pregame notes for UGA game

-Jeremiah Alexander, a former five-star, is participating in warmups for Alabama at inside linebacker.

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Stephen M. Smith is the 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 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.