Football Preview: Crimson Tide Hosts Ragin’ Cajuns Of Louisiana, Auburn Takes On Southern Miss Golden Eagles

By Solomon Crenshaw Jr.

Maybe Nick Saban got what he wanted.

The Alabama football coach asked media to “write something negative” about his high-scoring Crimson Tide after the top-ranked team downed Texas A&M 45-23. Several media members pointed out the Tide’s shortcomings.

Two days later, Saban pointed out several positives as he faced the press. The pluses included the Tide’s explosive plays on offense, quality pass protection and a defensive performance where “there were times in the game we played really, really well.”

But as Alabama prepares to face Louisiana at 11 a.m. on the SEC Network, Saban did note a pair of his pet peeves.

“We have to be more consistent on both sides of the ball in our ability to run the ball,” he said, “and not make critical errors.”

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