At last, preseason practice is in full swing throughout college football, and every Alabama resident's internal clock is counting down the minutes until the opening day – whether it be Alabama's or Auburn's.

The preseason brings a bounty of narratives, of course. USA TODAY Netwiuuuuuuuuork Auburn beat writer Bennett Durando and Alabama beat writer Nick Kelly are here to evaluate them. On this episode of The Iron Bowl of Podcasts, Bennett and Nick identify three narratives they've noticed from their first-hand presence at Auburn and Alabama practice.

Then they will confirm – or debunk – those narratives.

Who is really the favorite for Auburn's starting quarterback job? What should we make of Nick Saban's "rebuilding year" comments about the 2021 Crimson Tide? They'll discuss these questions and more.