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September 7, 2010 updated 08:08 pm

Alabama retains top spot in AP Top 25 poll

Alabama retains top spot in AP Top 25 poll 

The University of Alabama retained its preseason No. 1 ranking in the first Associated Press Top 25 college football poll of the regular season after beating San Jose State in its opener. READ MORE

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