Kalen DeBoer, following a successful debut as Alabama's head coach with a 63-0 win against Western Kentucky, is preparing for a crucial matchup against South Florida this Saturday. DeBoer expressed satisfaction with the team's energy and focus throughout the week, acknowledging areas for improvement. In addition to the game, Alabama will honor former coach Nick Saban by renaming the field at Bryant-Denny Stadium during a pregame ceremony. Meanwhile, Missouri's Eli Drinkwitz is focused on continuing momentum after a 51-0 victory, emphasizing the importance of maintaining consistent performance against Buffalo. Clemson's Dabo Swinney reported a healthy team ahead of their home opener against Appalachian State, while also addressing the lessons learned from their loss to Georgia. Each coach is navigating their respective challenges as the season progresses.