Overview

• The Commodores arrive 5-0 behind Diego Pavia’s efficient start, including over 74% completions for 1,211 yards, 13 touchdowns and three interceptions.
• Kalen DeBoer said Alabama "didn't handle success" last year and is emphasizing focused preparation and fewer penalties this week.
• Ty Simpson described a locker-room mindset that remembers the loss to Vanderbilt and intends not to repeat the mistake.
• Alabama is coming off a 24-21 win at Georgia, a result observers say provides timely momentum before Vanderbilt’s visit.
• Betting markets favor Alabama by about 10 points, with simulations showing roughly a 58–59% chance to cover, though some analysts project Vanderbilt to keep it within the number.