But Alabama isn’t most programs. The Crimson Tide has legitimate national-championship-or-bust expectations, even if Saban is no longer the coach. So Alabama is working to win another one.

The Alabama Crimson Tide has entered a new era under head coach Kalen DeBoer, who takes over from the legendary Nick Saban. During his tenure, Saban led the team to six national championships ...

Along with losing at Oklahoma, the Crimson Tide fell 40-35 at Vanderbilt and 24-17 at Tennessee. Alabama did defeat three teams ranked by the CFP this week: Georgia, South Carolina and Missouri.

Ogilvie starred for the Crimson Tide under coach Paul “Bear” Bryant during the wishbone glory days of 1977-80. He won two ...