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Former Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze visited Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Monday and was spotted at Alabama's football facility, according to multiple reports.
The Tuscaloosa News first reported Freeze's presence on campus Monday, adding that Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban has "always had a healthy respect" for Freeze, who resigned as the Rebels' head coach in July. Freeze's resignation was announced hours after USA TODAY Sports reported that a one-minute call to an escort service had been made from the coach's university-issued cell phone.
Alabama is looking for its fourth offensive coordinator in three years after Brian Daboll left Sunday to accept the same position with the Buffalo Bills. CBS Sports reported Monday that Freeze's interest in the Crimson Tide "is not necessarily exclusive to the offensive coordinator position."
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Freeze, 48, spent five seasons as Ole Miss' head coach and went 2-3 against Alabama during that span. A few months after resigning, he was dealt a minor punishment from the NCAA’s Committee on Infractions after a lengthy investigation into compliance at Ole Miss; Freeze will be suspended for two conference games if he is hired as a head coach before Nov. 30.
"While my hope is to be a head coach again as soon as possible, this restriction does not limit, in any way, my ability to serve as an assistant coach," he wrote in a statement after the punishment was announced.
The Tuscaloosa News also mentioned former Florida coach Jim McElwain, who was ousted in October, as a possible candidate for Alabama's offensive coordinator vacancy. McElwain previously held that position from 2008-2011.
Contact Tom Schad at tschad@usatoday.com or on Twitter @Tom_Schad.
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Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban celebrates after beating the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide players celebrate after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) celebrates with streamers after the win over the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) celebrates with the championship trophy after beating the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) kisses the trophy after the win over the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban holds up the trophy after the win over the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban accepts the championship trophy after the win over the Georgia Bulldogs.
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The Alabama Crimson Tide celebrate after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Bradley Bozeman (75) proposed to his girlfriend after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Georgia Bulldogs running backs Sony Michel (1) and Nick Chubb (27) react after losing to the Alabama Crimson Tide.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Robert Foster (1) celebrates after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs 26-23 in overtime.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates with teammates after scoring the game-winning touchdown in overtime against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates with teammates after scoring the game-winning touchdown in overtime.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates his game-winning touchdown in overtime against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates after catching the game-winning touchdown in overtime against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates after catching the game-winning touchdown in overtime against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) scores the game-winning touchdown during overtime against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (60 catches the game-winning touchdown during overtime.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) scores the game-winning touchdown against the Georgia during overtime.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) makes the game-winning touchdown catch during overtime against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Georgia Bulldogs place kicker Rodrigo Blankenship (98) kicks a field goal in overtime against the Alabama Crimson Tide.
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Alabama Crimson Tide place kicker Andy Pappanastos (12) reacts after missing a field goal during the fourth quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) celebrates scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) celebrates with teammates after catching a touchdown pass against the Georgia Bulldogs during the fourth quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) catches a touchdown pass during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) catches a touchdown pass against Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Aaron Davis (35) during the fourth quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Aaron Davis (35) and safety Dominick Sanders (24) break up a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) during the fourth quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide running back Damien Harris (34) is brought down by the Georgia Bulldogs defense during the fourth quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Cam Sims (17) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs defensive tackle Trenton Thompson (78) during the fourth quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) is sacked by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) during the fourth quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) and linebacker Rashaan Evans (32) combine to tackle Georgia Bulldogs running back Nick Chubb (27) during the fourth quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Roquan Smith (3) brings down Alabama Crimson Tide running back Bo Scarbrough (9) during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) after an interception during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) makes an interception against the Georgia Bulldogs during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Deandre Baker (18) makes an interception against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) celebrates with offensive tackle Kendall Baker (65) after throwing a touchdown pass during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) catches an 80-yard touchdown pass ahead of Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) defensive back Deionte Thompson (14) during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) runs for a touchdown during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) runs the ball for a touchdown as Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) defends during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) runs the ball for a touchdown ahead of Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) runs for a touchdown after a completion against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) runs for a touchdown after a completion against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) catches a touchdown during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) scores a touchdown as Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) defends during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) celebrates with wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) and wide receiver Robert Foster (1) during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrates with wide receiver Robert Foster (1) after Ruggs scored a touchdown against the Georgia Bulldogs during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrates after he scored a touchdown against the Georgia Bulldogs during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrates after he scored a touchdown during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrates a touchdown during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) runs the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs during the third quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) runs the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) runs the ball as Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Keaton Anderson (31) defends.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) runs the ball as Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Roquan Smith (3) defends during the third quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) celebrates his touchdown during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) runs the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) scores a touchdown during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) runs the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Terry Godwin (5) is tackled by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) in the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Riley Ridley (8) is tackled by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive backs Deionte Thompson (14) and Levi Wallace (39) during the second quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) is sacked by Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Davin Bellamy (17) during the second quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) runs the ball against Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Roquan Smith (3) during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs place kicker Rodrigo Blankenship (98) celebrates his second field goal of the game during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Javon Wims (6) catches a pass against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) in the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Javon Wims (6) catches a pass against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) in the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Javon Wims (6) makes a catch as Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) defends during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Javon Wims (6) catches a pass against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) in the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Javon Wims (6) controls the ball as Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) defends during the second quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) passes as Georgia Bulldogs defensive end Jonathan Ledbetter (13) defends during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Riley Ridley (8) runs against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) and defensive back Levi Wallace (39) during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs kicker Rodrigo Blankenship (98) celebrates with teammates after a field goal during the second quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs running back Sony Michel (1) runs the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) in the first quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs running back Sony Michel (1) runs the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) in the first quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs running back Sony Michel (1) runs the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Levi Wallace (39) in the first quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs running back Sony Michel (1) runs the ball against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the first quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) is sacked by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) during the first quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) sacks Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) during the first quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) is brought down by Georgia Bulldogs defensive end Jonathan Ledbetter (13) during the first quarter.
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Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) passes the ball as Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Da'Ron Payne (94) defends during the first quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide place kicker Andy Pappanastos (12) misses a field goal during the first quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) runs the ball against Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Aaron Davis (35) during the first quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) scrambles against Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Lorenzo Carter (7) during the first quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) celebrates with Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) after an interception during the first quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) intercepts the ball, taking it away from Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Javon Wims (6), during the first quarter.
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Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Tony Brown (2) intercepts the ball from Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Javon Wims (6) during the first quarter.
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The Alabama Crimson Tide runs onto the field before the game.
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President Trump during the anthem national before the game.
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President Trump during the national anthem before the game.
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The Zac Brown Band performs the national anthem.
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President Trump waves before the game.
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President Trump walks onto the field before the game.
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Georgia Bulldogs masot Uga on the field prior to the 2018 CFP national championship game.
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Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban shakes hands with Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart before the 2018 CFP national championship game.
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Recording artist Quavo in attendance prior to the 2018 CFP national championship game.
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Former Georgia Bulldogs running back Herschel Walker on the field prior to the game.
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The Georgia Bulldogs warm up before the 2018 CFP national championship game.
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Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban leads his team onto the field before the game against the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart leads his players onto the field prior to the 2018 CFP national championship game.
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Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban leads his team to the field before the 2018 CFP national championship game.
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Ric Flair in attendance prior to the 2018 CFP national championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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Former NFL player Hinez Ward before the 2018 CFP national championship game between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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County music singer Darius Rucker on the field prior to the 2018 CFP national championship game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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County music singer Jason Aldean on the field prior to the 2018 CFP national championship game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurely on the field prior to the 2018 CFP national championship game.
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Former NFL star Terrell Owens walks on the field before the 2018 national championship game between Alabama and Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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General view of one of the goal posts before the 2018 national championship game between Alabama and Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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PGA golfer, and Georgia fan, Bubba Watson hangs out before the 2018 national championship game between Alabama and Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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Alabama coach Nick Saban enters Mercedes-Benz Stadium before the 2018 national championship game against Georgia in Atlanta.
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Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts enters Mercedes-Benz Stadium before the 2018 national championship game against Georgia in Atlanta.
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Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm, left, and wide receiver Javon Wims enter Mercedes-Benz Stadium before the 2018 national championship game against Alabama in Atlanta.
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Georgia coach Kirby Smart arrives before the 2018 national championship game against Alabama at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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Auburn football coach Gus Malzahn walks into Mercedes-Benz Stadium before the 2018 national championship game between Alabama and Georgia in Atlanta.
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Georgia fan Rob Wexler walks inside the Georgia Congress Center before the 2018 national championship game between Alabama and Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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Alabama fans pose with the national championship trophy before the 2018 national championship game between Alabama and Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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A police officer guides fans as they arrive before the 2018 national championship game between Alabama and Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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A general view of the logo before the 2018 national championship game between Alabama and Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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