Tennessee Fans Taunt Alabama Coach DeBoer With War Chant On College GameDay

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer faced a hostile reception during a College GameDay interview in Knoxville, Tennessee, as fans of rival Tennessee taunted him with chants, including the Florida State 'Warchant,' in response to Alabama's surprising loss to Florida State in the season opener. Despite Alabama's dominant win over Louisiana-Monroe, DeBoer's tenure has been rocky, missing the College Football Playoff in his first year and enduring public criticism, which Tennessee fans eagerly highlighted during the live broadcast with chants and jeers. The presence of legendary Alabama coach Nick Saban on the College GameDay set made the situation even more uncomfortable for DeBoer, with commentators and fans noting the intensity of the trolling. Alabama is set to host Wisconsin in their next game, where they are favored to win, while Tennessee prepares for a significant SEC matchup against Georgia, aiming to overcome an eight-game losing streak. Tennessee basketball freshman Nate Ament, a five-star recruit, also energized the crowd at College GameDay, reflecting the growing prominence of Tennessee's sports programs. The events underscore the fierce rivalry and high stakes surrounding Alabama and Tennessee football this season.