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SEC Quarterback Battles Update

All off-season long the coaches of six SEC programs have been struggling to choose a starting quarterback. Now that game week is finally, mercifully upon us, it is nearing decision time. Some of the coaches have already named a starter, while others are still playing coy. We will update the status of each battle here.

Alabama Crimson Tide

Sep 5, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Cooper Bateman (18) passes against the Wisconsin Badgers during the third quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

The Contenders: Cooper Bateman and Blake Barnett

Out of the Running: Jalen Hurts and David Cornwell

For the third year in a row, the Crimson Tide will be breaking in a new starting quarterback.