<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4AwCTI_0vk1sAwW00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4AwCTI_0vk1sAwW00" width="1200" height="628" >For the first time in 17 years, Alabama is a home underdog. The Crimson Tide players, including Tim Keenan and Tyler Booker, express confidence, focusing on their own performance rather than external distractions. Meanwhile, linebacker Deontae Lawson admitted that the underdog status adds motivation. Saturday's "Game of the Century" will showcase top recruits visiting Tuscaloosa, while Alabama gears up for a crucial moment in their season.<ul><li>First time Alabama is a home underdog in 17 years.</li><li>Alabama has hosted five-star recruits, including the No. 1 overall recruit, AJ Dybantsa, this weekend.</li></ul>State of Play<ul><li>Alabama prepares for a significant matchup against Georgia.</li><li>College Gameday records high ratings, largely driven by Coach Saban’s presence.</li></ul>Alabama faces Georgia this weekend, with implications for playoff positioning. The outcome will influence recruiting momentum and the perception of the program moving forward.Bottom LineThe underdog status coupled with significant recruits visiting could spark a pivotal moment for Alabama’s football future, emphasizing the need for the team to leverage this unique opportunity.</div></body>

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Alabama Football: First Home Underdog in 17 Years Sparks Talks

For the first time in 17 years, Alabama is a home underdog. The Crimson Tide players, including Tim Keenan and Tyler Booker, express confidence, focusing on their own performance rather than external distractions. Meanwhile, linebacker Deontae Lawson admitted that the underdog status adds motivation. Saturday's \"Game of the Century\" will showcase top recruits visiting Tuscaloosa, while Alabama gears up for a crucial moment in their season.

For the first time in 17 years, Alabama is a home underdog. The Crimson Tide players, including Tim Keenan and Tyler Booker, express confidence, focusing on their own performance rather than external distractions. Meanwhile, linebacker Deontae Lawson admitted that the underdog status adds motivation. Saturday's "Game of the Century" will showcase top recruits visiting Tuscaloosa, while Alabama gears up for a crucial moment in their season.