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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass against Clemson during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: A familiar top 10 looking to 2020

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 14, 2020 02:22 PM EST

Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy holds up the trophy after he was named MVP of the Citrus Bowl after defeating Michigan in an NCAA college football game, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Alabama's Jeudy, Wills declare for NFL draft

Jan. 04, 2020 06:30 PM EST

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones (10) is sacked by Auburn defensive end Big Kat Bryant (1) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Auburn, Ala. (Dan Busey/The Decatur Daily via AP)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Examining ‘Bama’s drop from top 5

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 02, 2019 02:11 AM EST

Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) escapes the tackle of Michigan defensive lineman Aidan Hutchinson (97) in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Saturday’s best

By The Associated Press Nov. 30, 2019 09:06 PM EST

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, file photo, Auburn defensive tackle Derrick Brown (5) lines up against Georgia during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Auburn, Ala. Brown has been a play making, blockbusting force for No. 16 Auburn heading into the Iron Bowl. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Iron Bowl stakes: Bragging rights _ and maybe the playoffs

By John Zenor Nov. 29, 2019 10:21 AM EST

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, right, looks for an open receiver as Penn State defensive lineman Yetur Gross-Matos chases him during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Penn State 28-17. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 2 Ohio State beats No. 9 Penn State to take Big Ten East

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2019 05:40 PM EST

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones (10) grabs a wide snap from the shotgun position during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Western Carolina, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Jones, No. 5 Alabama rout Western Carolina, 66-3 without Tua

By John Zenor Nov. 23, 2019 03:13 PM EST

Mississippi State running back Kylin Hill (8) shakes Arkansas defender Andrew Parker (28) as he runs for a gain during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)
No. 5 Alabama hosts Western Carolina minus injured star

By The Associated Press Nov. 21, 2019 02:47 PM EST

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) warms up before an NCAA football game against LSU, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Tuscaloosa , Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt))
No. 4 Alabama aims to rebound strongly at Mississippi State

By The Associated Press Nov. 14, 2019 02:46 PM EST

Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) acknowledges the crowd as Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) celebrates with him following a touchdown reception during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
LSU, Alabama loaded with playmaking wide receivers

By John Zenor Nov. 07, 2019 01:06 AM EST

Southern Miss defensive back Rachuan Mitchell (1) knocks away a long pass to Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Ole Miss makes road trip to No. 2 Alabama after tough loss

By John Zenor Sep. 27, 2019 08:02 AM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2019, file photo, Alabama head coach Nick Saban reacts after the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson in Santa Clara, Calif. For the first time, the defending national champion Clemson Tigers are No. 1 in The Associated Press preseason Top 25 presented by Regions Bank, Monday, Aug. 19, 2019. The Crimson Tide, coming off a 44-16 loss to Clemson in the College Football Playoff championship, is No. 2. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)
Ruggs: Tide aiming to be 'just like any other Alabama team'

By John Zenor Aug. 26, 2019 04:24 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 3, 2019, file photo, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) talks with the media prior to Alabama's fall camp fan-day college football scrimmage, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Two constants remain at Alabama: coach Nick Saban and championship expectations. Now, just add in a Heisman Trophy candidate at quarterback and a national title game humbling that provided ample offseason motivation. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)
Tagovailoa, Alabama retain same old championship hopes

By John Zenor Aug. 12, 2019 11:35 AM EDT

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is throws confetti in the air after winning the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game against Oklahoma, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Alabama defeated Oklahoma 45-34. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Column: With Alabama-Clemson set, get ready for part 5

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 30, 2018 08:00 AM EST

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) takes the field during Alabama's open practice one day before the Southeastern Conference Championship game between Georgia and Alabama in Atlanta, Friday, Nov. 30, 2018. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)
Tagovailoa, Allen win coaches SEC player of year awards

Dec. 05, 2018 03:29 PM EST

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) runs past Georgia linebacker Walter Grant (84) during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Hurts rallies No. 1 Alabama to 35-28 win over No. 4 Georgia

By Paul Newberry Dec. 01, 2018 07:58 PM EST

Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) hits Georgia defensive back Tyson Campbell (3) in the helmet during the first half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
The Latest: Playoff hopefuls make case, selections are next

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2018 12:24 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2018, file photo, Georgia cornerback Deandre Baker (18) celebrates after making an interception during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Middle Tennessee in Athens, Ga. Alabama faces a Georgia secondary led by cornerback Deandre Baker and one of the SEC's top defenses. (Jenn Finch/Athens Banner-Herald via AP, FIle)
Smart, Georgia facing Bama's 'elite group of skill players'

By John Zenor Nov. 29, 2018 12:53 PM EST

Alabama defensive back Deionte Thompson (14) celebrates after Mississippi State place kicker Jace Christmann (47) missed a field goal-attempt during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Top-ranked Alabama, Auburn square off in Iron Bowl showdown

By John Zenor Nov. 23, 2018 10:33 AM EST

Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer looks on during a break in the second half of an NCAA football game against Maryland, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in College Park, Md. Ohio State won 52-51 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
No. 9 Ohio State rallies to beat Maryland 52-51 in OT

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2018 05:33 PM EST