Alabama has long been one of college football's premier programs, but it saw a major shake-up last offseason when longtime coach Nick Saban announced his retirement. The Crimson Tide hasn't been as dominant this season under new head coach Kalen DeBoer, though, Alabama hasn't experienced a massive drop-off either.
Saturday's 28-14 win over Auburn in the Iron Bowl ensured that Alabama will record at least nine wins for the 17th straight season.
It remains to be seen whether DeBoer can get Alabama back to being one of the best teams in the nation within the next couple of years, but he has, to this point, maintained the school's status as a premier landing spot for top recruits.