Overview

• No. 8 Alabama visits Florida State on Saturday, Aug. 30 at 2:30 p.m. CT on ABC at Doak Campbell Stadium.
• Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb said running back Jam Miller will miss the opener, while first-time starter Ty Simpson was told to “just play ball.”
• Analysts highlight five matchups likely to shape Alabama’s season: at Georgia, at Missouri, LSU, Oklahoma, and at Auburn.
• Auburn opens at Baylor on Friday, Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. CT on FOX with Jackson Arnold listed as the starting quarterback on a depth chart loaded with “OR” designations.
• Hugh Freeze said receiver Eric Singleton is close to full health and will likely give it a go against Baylor, with special teams options also outlined if needed.