Alabama, Tennessee, and Vanderbilt assess quarterback options in scrimmages

Alabama, Tennessee, and Vanderbilt are engaged in tight quarterback battles as they prepare for the season. In Alabama, Keelon Russell and Austin Mack competed, with Russell showing effective mobility and scoring drive leadership during their scrimmage. Tennessee's Faizon Brandon had a standout scrimmage over George MacIntyre, but head coach Josh Heupel wants to review tape before making a decision. Vanderbilt's Jared Curtis faces Blaze Berlowitz for the starting role, with Berlowitz having an advantage in offensive understanding, while Curtis demonstrates significant potential. The regular season approaches, but none of the coaches have finalized their starter following the scrimmages.

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