No. 8 Alabama, No. 14 LSU battle in SEC West showdown

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The winner of the Alabama-LSU game has gone on to play in the Southeastern Conference Championship Game in 10 of the past 12 seasons.

The No. 8 Crimson Tide (7-1, 5-0 SEC) and the No. 14 Tigers (6-2, 4-1) meet again Saturday night in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The winner won't clinch the SEC West title, but it will greatly strengthen its chances.

"This has developed into a rivalry game