Alabama falls 20-17 to Georgia, faces Tennessee test Saturday

Wolken says DeBoer is Alabama's long-term answer

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 58m1 min read

What happened: No. 6 Alabama lost 20-17 to Georgia at home in Week 6. Head coach Kalen DeBoer said he plans to remain in Tuscaloosa long term. Yahoo Sports writer Dan Wolken argued Alabama's leadership backs DeBoer as the right fit.

Why it matters: The defeat tightens Alabama's margin before a road game against No. 14 Tennessee. DeBoer continues the post-Nick Saban tenure after an 11-4 playoff season in his second year. A settled coaching picture shapes recruiting and Alabama's path in the SEC race.

By the numbers: Week 6: Georgia 20, Alabama 17 in Tuscaloosa. Next: No. 6 Alabama at No. 14 Tennessee on Saturday. Last season: 11-4 with SEC title-game loss, Oklahoma playoff win and Rose Bowl loss.

What to watch: Alabama visits Neyland Stadium on Saturday looking to rebound. Receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams is week-to-week with knee and head issues.

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