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Who are Alabama’s defensive X-factors for matchup versus Tennessee?

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Tennessee fans look to make things very uncomfortable for Kalen DeBoer in his first trip to Neyland Stadium.

The Volunteers host Alabama football in a marquee Southeastern Conference rivalry known simply as the “Third Saturday in October” matchup. Fall is officially in the air with the crisp weather change and both programs need a victory to continue being in the College Football Playoff conversation. Tennessee’s offense versus Alabama’s defense is the most significant question mark.

Nico Iamaleava has struggled at quarterback for the Volunteers, but does the talented freshman break out of his slump against DeBoer’s team?