WATCH: Nick Saban Press Conference | Monday, Oct. 16

TUSCALOOSA, AL — It's officially "Tennessee Hate Week" in Tuscaloosa as the Crimson Tide gears up to take on the No. 17 Volunteers at home for the Third Saturday in October.

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On Sunday, Alabama (6-1, 4-0 SEC) rose to No. 8 in the US LBM Coaches Poll following its narrow win over Arkansas, while remaining at No. 11 in the AP Top 25.

Head coach Nick Saban took to the podium on Monday for his regular press conference, where he reflected on the Arkansas game while also looking ahead to hosting Tennessee (5-1, 2-1 SEC)

Unable to see the video link at the top of the story? Click here to watch the full press conference on YouTube.

Kick-off for Saturday's game is set for 2:30 p.m., with CBS broadcasting the game.

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