Overview

• ESPN’s College GameDay aired from the University of Alabama quad ahead of No. 10 Alabama vs. No. 16 Vanderbilt at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
• Comedian Theo Von served as the celebrity guest picker and chose Vanderbilt, a selection host Rece Davis defended after fan criticism.
• Nick Saban told the show that revenge is a factor in the rematch and issued a public apology for prior remarks diminishing Vanderbilt.
• Analyst Desmond Howard said Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson has played into the Heisman conversation, noting his accuracy and turnover-free stretch.
• Betting lines listed Alabama as a double-digit favorite, while undefeated Vanderbilt arrived behind transfer QB Diego Pavia’s production and strong rushing offense.