No. 1 Alabama opens title defense against Louisville

FILE - In this Aug. 4, 2018, file photo, Alabama head coach Nick Saban walks around the field before an NCAA college football practice, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Saban had to recruit six assistant coaches during the offseason while elevating two others to coordinator positions. He landed a group he's hoping will help the top-ranked Crimson Tide contend for not only more championships but more of the nation’s top prospects. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

FILE - In this Jan. 8, 2018, file photo, Alabama quarterbacks Jalen Hurts (2) and Tua Tagovailoa (13) and head coach Nick Saban watch from the sideline during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Georgia in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

FILE - In this Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018 file photo, with his coaches looking on, Louisville quarterback Jawon Pass attempts a pass during Louisville Football Fan Day in Louisville, Ky. Pass will be the starter for Louisville, replacing Heisman Trophy winner Lamar Jackson. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley, File)