Alabama coach Nick Saban had his team back on the practice field for the first time following a break after the Crimson Tide’s win over Auburn. (Photo courtesy Unv. Alabama Athletic Dept.)

Combined Reports
(December 19, 2011)

TUSCALOOSA – Second-ranked Alabama held its first practice for the 2012 BCS National Championship Game on Monday afternoon at the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility. The Crimson Tide worked for two hours in shells as it prepares for its rematch against the No. 1 ranked LSU Tigers.

Dooley wants more discipline off the field in his first season at Tennessee. (Staff Photo)

Staff Report
(July 24, 2010)

HOOVER –New Tennessee coach Derek Dooley has a job to do and it doesn’t have anything to do with football.

Dooley spent much of the morning at SEC Media Days on Friday discussing the various incidents involving Tennessee football players and what he must do to change the moral landscape of the program.

It may have been somewhat of a surprise to see the LSU Tigers picked to finish fourth in the SEC West this year.

That may explain why coach Les Miles does indeed feel the heat of the fans to begin the process of moving back to the top of the conference. (MORE)