The Iron Bowl rivalry continues tonight at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC with No. 10 Alabama's playoff hopes on the line. Here's how to watch for free.

The Warriors are seeking their sixth state championship in seven years, while the Bulldogs aim to capture their first crown in program history. With identical records and momentum on their side, this matchup between two of Alabama’s premier programs has all the ingredients for an instant classic under the bright lights of Protective Stadium.

OU football defensive end R Mason Thomas looked like someone preparing to play against Alabama during the Sooners’ practice Monday in Norman.

Watch List: Parker Brailsford, Tim Keenan III, Deontae Lawson and Kadyn Proctor named to watch list on Aug. 12; All four of them plus LT Overton were added to the midseason watchlist on Oct. 14; Proctor was named one of 13 semifinalists on Nov. 4. Proctor was named one of four finalists on Nov. 18. Alabama's last winner: Will Anderson Jr., 2022

As soon as Ty Simpson stepped up to the podium Monday, Dec. 15, days away from the Crimson Tide's first round CFP game against Oklahoma, the Alabama football quarterback was asked about his health. Simpson's answer was quick and to the point.