Most of Alabama’s players appear to be gearing up for the ReliaQuest Bowl. One of the most notable opt-outs on offense was third-leading rusher RB Justice Haynes. Top RB Jam Miller is expected to play, and the Crimson Tide offense should still perform well.

While the traditional stakes might not be there, those who are playing believe there's plenty on the line for the Wolverines against Alabama.

Alabama All-American safety Malachi Moore will undergo surgery and miss the ReliaQuest Bowl against Michigan on Dec. 31 in Tampa, Fla. Crimson Tide coach Kalen DeBoer didn't reveal the nature of the surgery,