SEC Nation crew picks Alabama over Kentucky ahead of Saturday matchup

The SEC Nation broadcast crew set up at the William T. Young Library in Lexington to preview the upcoming Week 2 game between Alabama and Kentucky. Analysts Paul Finebaum, Roman Harper, Tim Tebow, and Chase Daniel all selected the Crimson Tide to emerge victorious at Kroger Field. The matchup marks Kentucky coach Will Stein’s first game against a conference opponent, though the panel ultimately favored Alabama despite acknowledging the optimism surrounding the Wildcats under new leadership. Kentucky has not defeated Alabama in nearly three decades, with only two total victories in the series history. The game is scheduled for kickoff at 3:30 p.m. local time today.

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