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Examining this Bama team from outside the vacuum; Early Austin trip to-do list

With game week rapidly approaching, 247sports.com national college football writer Chris Hummer joined BOL senior analyst Travis Reier to hit on a myriad of topics.

Included in the discussion:

-- With the trip to Austin rapidly approaching, Chris, a local, provides quick preview to eating and drinking in the area.

-- Nick Saban's new deal takes him into 2030. Over/under on retirement age: 78.5.

-- Speaking of Texas, Alabama can expect to see Quinn Ewers at quarterback for the Longhorns.

-- Texas offensive import from UA most likely to impact outcome on Sept. 10.

-- Calling QB competitions for…

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