Seniors leave on high note, 'Bama routs Chattanooga

In a contest which fulfilled a storyline that most everyone had predicted, the Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Chattanooga Mocs by the score of 49-0.

The game, essentially dedicated to the 2013 senior class, featured a nice mix of offense, defense, special teams, and a few tears courtesy of proud family members and friends.

The Crimson Tide wins! #Alabama 49 - #Chattanooga 0. UA faces #Auburn in its regular-season finale next Saturday! pic.twitter.com/epeR8uQiVv
— Alabama Football (@AlabamaFTBL) November 23, 2013

Garnering a total of 435 yards in total offense, Alabama cruised to victory while clearing the bench in the process. The second half of play, especially the final quarter, was dedicated to "effort appreciation," which allowed several walk-ons to participate in at least one snap of live action. With the obvious exception of injury or a redshirt effort, all "eligible" players earned playing time.

AJ McCarron, C.J. Mosley and other seniors take a lap around the stadium. Nice moment.
— Aaron Suttles (@AaronSuttles) November 23, 2013

For many fans and even casual observers, the "game highlight" came when senior quarterback AJ McCarron completed a three yard pass to his brother, Corey. The completion was the first McCarron-to-McCarron connection since the two have played at UA.

Saban said he told Nussmeier to call a play so AJ McCarron could throw a pass to his brother.
— Aaron Suttles (@AaronSuttles) November 23, 2013

-Complete Stats-

The top-ranked Crimson Tide will now travel to Jordan-Hare Stadium to tangle with the Auburn Tigers. With a birth in the SEC title game on the line, the 2013 edition of the "Iron Bowl" will be the most significant "clash" between the two programs in many, many years.

AJ McWINNER

With a career record, as a starter, of 36-2, AJ McCarron is officially the winningest quarterback in the history of the Alabama football program.

AJ McCarron with that win passes Jay Barker with all-time wins at 36-2 #RollTide #BAMA
— The Game (@TheGameWDGM) November 23, 2013

Injury report

Late in the initial half of action against Chattanooga, 'Bama offensive lineman Arie Kouandjio sustained a twisted ankle.

Per Nick Saban, in his postgame press conference, the injury does not appear to be serious and Kouandjio could have returned to the game if needed.

Alabama injury update: Arie Kouandjio's twisted ankle not considered serious http://t.co/8VSnRk9yEI
— Andrew Gribble (@Andrew_Gribble) November 23, 2013

Media recap of Alabama's victory over Chattanooga

Alabama beat writer Michael Casagrande recaps Alabama's victory over the Mocs.

Iron Bowl week arrives as Alabama clocks Chattanooga on chilly Senior Day. http://t.co/DeM69wkzSA
— Michael Casagrande (@ByCasagrande) November 23, 2013

Miss the game due to pay-per-view? Watch the highlights courtesy of the SEC Digital Network.

Watch highlights of Alabama's dominating win over Chattanooga right here: http://t.co/uPDZdlhg7O
— SEC Sports (@SEC) November 23, 2013

View "Senior Day" in pictures courtesy of The Anniston Star.

A slideshow of images from Alabama's 49-0 win over Chattanooga via @TPenny_Star. http://t.co/BPohDcKkT7 … pic.twitter.com/dobs73vMct
— Marquavius Burnett (@Marq_Burnett) November 24, 2013