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Alabama got an early start on its ‘Rocky Top’ prep this week, playing the song inside the Crimson Tide football facilities at 6 a.m. Tuesday, according to BamaOnline’s Charlie Potter. “Everywhere – the weight room, training room,” Alabama defensive lineman Tim Smith said. “They tried to play it in the locker room, but we turned that off. We’re cool on that. But everywhere, even at practice.” No. 7 Alabama (5-1, 2-1 SEC) goes on the road to face No. 11 Tennessee (5-1, 2-1) on Saturday (3:30 p.m. Eastern Time, ABC) in the renewal of the Third Saturday in October rivalry at Neyland Stadium. It’s …

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