The University of Alabama football team is 4-1 after its 40-17 victory over Mississippi State.

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Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide could take a huge lead in the SEC West this week. Alabama travels to Kyle Field to face Texas A&M in College Station, Texas. The matchup is scheduled for Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT on CBS. The Tide suffered a 38-41 loss in 2021 at Kyle Field, despite Bryce Young becoming the first Alabama quarterback to win the Heisman Trophy that season.

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Jalen Milroe replaced an injured Young in 2022 at Bryant-Denny Stadium versus the Aggies. Milroe tossed three touchdown passes, pacing Alabama to a 24-20 victory. A native Texan, Milroe returns to his home state with an opportunity to have a marquee performance. Alabama will have a focused week of practice as it looks to bring the right energy for a road game.

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