Always fascinating to watch the NFL draft unfold as the NFL goes through its own evaluation process. Perhaps the most amazing thing that Bruce Feldman heard Thursday night came from NFL Network draft analyst Mike Mayock, who relayed something that Butch Davis told him. ...more

Now that the deadline for underclassmen entering the NFL Draft has passed, it's time to check in on the programs hit the hardest by early departure and, yes, it's the SEC that took the brunt of early exits. ...more

Alabama will be in for its toughest test of the season Monday night when it squares off against a big, physical and very nimble Notre Dame front seven, anchored by a trio of 300-pounders. The Irish lead the nation in scoring defense and are fourth in stopping the run. Chance Warmack, though, is one of the biggest reasons many of the experts like the Tide's chances. ...more