The Alabama defense kept the pressure on Kellen Mond and the Alabama offense clicked as the Crimson Tide defeated A&M.
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Texas A&M running back Trayveon Williams (5) is stopped in the hole by Alabama defensive back Deionte Thompson (14) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Quinnen Williams (92) hits Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) forcing an interception Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) celebrates his interception against Texas A&M with Alabama linebacker Christian Miller (47) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) celebrates his interception of a pass from Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) pressures Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs (49) sacks Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs (49) celebrates a sack of Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws againt Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) lowers his head and moves for extra yards amid a swarm of Texas A&M tacklers Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) leaves the field after a Texas A&M tackle ripped his face mask nearly completely off Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) has his face mask ripped off by a Texas A&M defender Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) evades Texas A&M defensive lineman Max Wright (93) on a kick return Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) evades Texas A&M defensive lineman Max Wright (93) on a kick return Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) evades Texas A&M defensive lineman Max Wright (93) on a kick return Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) and Alabama defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs (49) celebrate a sack of Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) and Alabama defensive lineman Quinnen Williams (92) pressure Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban yells to his defense as they play against Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban yells to his defense as they play against Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban yells to his defense as they play against Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Quinnen Williams (92) and Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) give chase as Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) scrambles out of the pocket Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) bowls through a pair of Texas A&M defenders after catching a pass Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) bowls over Texas A&M defensive back Donovan Wilson (6) who was ejected for targeting on the play Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) bowls over Texas A&M defensive back Donovan Wilson (6) who was ejected for targeting on the play Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) rumbles up the sidelines after catching a pass from Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) rumbles up the sidelines after catching a pass from Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) makes a leaping catch with Texas A&M defensive back Larry Pryor (11) defending Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Texas A&M Jimbo Fisher walks the sidelines as the Aggies play the University of Alabama Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) tries to find running room through the heart of the Texas A&M defense Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) celebrates a sack of Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) and Alabama defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs (49) combine to sack Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) powers to the one yard line through the heart of the Texas A&M defense Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) rumbles up the sidelines after catching a pass from Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) rolls away from pressure by Texas A&M defensive lineman Kingsley Keke (8) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Hale Hentges (84) celebrates a touchdown catch against Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Hale Hentges (84) celebrates a touchdown catch against Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) dives a tthe feet of Texas A&M running back Trayveon Williams (5) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Patrick Surtain II (2) breaks up a pass intended for Texas A&M wide receiver Kendrick Rogers (13) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) tries to escape pressure from several Alabama defenders Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) breaks a tackle on his way to a big gain during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) attempts to put a move on Texas A&M defensive back Debione Renfro (29) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) tries to escape pressure from several Alabama defenders Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Patrick Surtain II (2) breaks up a pass intended for Texas A&M wide receiver Kendrick Rogers (13) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) dives a tthe feet of Texas A&M running back Trayveon Williams (5) Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) pressures Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama place kicker Joseph Bulovas (97) connects for an extra point out of a hold by Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws behind a block by Alabama offensive lineman Ross Pierschbacher (71) on Texas A&M defensive lineman Kingsley Keke (8) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) breaks into the open field for a long gain during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) breaks into the open field for a long gain during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) breaks into the open field for a long gain during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) directs the offense as they line up against Texas A&M during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Hale Hentges (84) breaks into the end zone with his second touchdown catch during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Hale Hentges (84) breaks into the end zone with his second touchdown catch during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Hale Hentges (84) celebrates his second touchdown of the game with teammates during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) congratulates Alabama tight end Hale Hentges (84) after he caught his second touchdown pass of the game during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) runs after making a catch during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) cuts back behind a block by Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Xavier McKinney (15) celebrates his sack of Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Xavier McKinney (15) sacks Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) breaks through a block to pressure Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama head coach Nick Saban protests a penalty call during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Shyheim Carter (5) and Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32) pressure Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) congratulates Alabama tight end Hale Hentges (84) after he caught his second touchdown pass of the game during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) looks for running room in the middle of Texas A&M's defense during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) looks for running room in the middle of Texas A&M's defense during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) powers toward the goal line during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) pressures Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) pressures Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Shyheim Carter (5) and Alabama defensive back Xavier McKinney (15) combine to bring down Texas A&M wide receiver Camron Buckley (14) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) throws over Alabama linebacker Phidarian Mathis (48) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) breaks back as he returns a punt during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) cuts back a running play during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Patrick Surtain II (2) breaks up a pass intended for Texas A&M wide receiver Kendrick Rogers (13) Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Trevon Diggs (7) celebrates a defensive stop during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrates with Alabama wide receiver Tyrell Shavers (14) after scoring on a 57 yard pass and run play during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) sacks Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) celebrates with Alabama wide receiver Tyrell Shavers (14) after scoring on a 57 yard pass and run play during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) looks to throw during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) breaks away on his way to a 57 yard touchdown in a Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) powers through Texas A&M tacklers during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) breaks away on his way to a 57 yard touchdown in a Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Saivion Smith (4) breaks up a pass to Texas A&M wide receiver Kendrick Rogers (13) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) breaks around the end on his way to a 57 yard touchdown in a Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32) breaks up a pass to TTexas A&M tight end Jace Sternberger (81) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) works up the sideline against Texas A&M defensive back Jordan Moore (23) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) throws over Alabama linebacker Phidarian Mathis (48) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) makes a move on Texas A&M defensive back Larry Pryor (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) sprints to the sideline ahead for Texas A&M defensive back Charles Oliver (21) and Texas A&M defensive back Larry Pryor (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) follows a block by Alabama offensive lineman Jedrick Wills Jr. (74) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) follows a block by Alabama offensive lineman Jedrick Wills Jr. (74) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Shyheim Carter (5) tries to bring down Texas A&M wide receiver Quartney Davis (1) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32) makes a stop in the middle of the line on Texas A&M running back Trayveon Williams (5) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) and Alabama linebacker Jamey Mosley (16) pressure Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Saivion Smith (4) moves to tackle Texas A&M wide receiver Camron Buckley (14) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Trevon Diggs (7) hammers Texas A&M wide receiver Camron Buckley (14) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32), Alabama defensive back Trevon Diggs (7) and Alabama defensive back Saivion Smith (4) combine to bring down Texas A&M wide receiver Camron Buckley (14) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Eyabi Anoma (9) tackles Kellen Mond (11 but was called for a personal foul on the play during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) forces a bad pass from Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Deionte Thompson (14) can't stop Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) as he scores a touchdown during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses (32), Alabama defensive back Trevon Diggs (7) and Alabama defensive back Saivion Smith (4) combine to bring down Texas A&M wide receiver Camron Buckley (14) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Texas A&M quarterback Nick Starkel (17) throws a pass over a leaping Alabama linebacker Jamey Mosley (16) during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) runs the ball during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) leaves the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) and Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) leave the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) leaves the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) and Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) leave the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) talks with Texas A&M running back Trayveon Williams (5) following Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) hugs Texas A&M running back Trayveon Williams (5) following Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Johnny Dwight (95) makes a hit that jars the ball loose from Texas A&M quarterback Nick Starkel (17) on the final play of the game during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive lineman Johnny Dwight (95) makes a hit that jars the ball loose from Texas A&M quarterback Nick Starkel (17) on the final play of the game during Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama snapper Thomas Fletcher (45) signals to fans as he leaves the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Deionte Thompson (14) leaves the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama linebacker Jamey Mosley (16) leaves the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama defensive back Xavier McKinney (15) leaves the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]

Alabama offensive lineman Jedrick Wills Jr. (74) and
Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) leave the field after Alabama's 45-23 win over Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 in Bryant-Denny Stadium. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.]