A mutual respect

NEW ORLEANS — Nick Saban nearly had to convince his players to take a later curfew this week. In past Sugar Bowl trips, it was a chore to get them in by 2 a.m.

That’s the mindset the Alabama coach said his team has used in its preparation this week. Saban and Clemson coach Dabo Swinney met with reporters Sunday morning to conclude their media responsibilities prior to Monday’s Sugar Bowl.

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