Overview

• Alabama moved to 6-1 overall and 4-0 in SEC play with a fourth straight win over a ranked opponent and now heads to South Carolina on Oct. 25.
• Cornerback Zabien Brown’s pick-six just before halftime opened a decisive cushion in the victory over the Volunteers.
• Quarterback Ty Simpson went 19-of-29 for 253 yards and two touchdowns, drawing postgame praise from Kalen DeBoer for balancing energy and poise.
• Primary backs Jam Miller and Kevin Riley combined for only 13 yards on 15 carries against Tennessee, echoing analyst David Pollack’s warning that Alabama’s rushing attack has struggled against stronger defenses.
• DeBoer told players to grind and reset mentally and physically for Williams-Brice Stadium, noting the challenging environment despite South Carolina’s losing record.