GAINESVILLE — As undefeated Alabama and iconic coach Nick Saban entered Davis Wade Stadium, Mississippi State offensive lineman Stewart Reese had to pinch his 6-foot-6, 350-pound frame.
Managing the mix of emotions when the Crimson Tide roll onto the field can be as daunting as matching their talent and coaching once the game begins.
Now the starting right guard at Florida, Reese faced Alabama three times with Mississippi State. He still vividly recalls when first caught sight of the program that rules the SEC.
“It can overwhelm you,” Reese said. “I remember my first time playing Alabama back in 2017, my eyes got so big when I saw them out there.