Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Deontae Lawson and defensive back Jaylen Key are expected to return to action for Saturday's Iron Bowl against Auburn, according to sources. Lawson has missed three games due to an ankle injury, while Key has been sidelined for the past two weeks with a quad injury. Their return would be a significant boost for the Alabama defense, with Lawson tallying 52 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, and two sacks in eight games, and Key contributing 46 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, and an interception in nine games. Wide receiver Kobe Prentice is also set to return for the Crimson Tide after missing last week's game. However, wide receiver Ja'Corey Brooks will remain out with a shoulder injury. Head coach Nick Saban emphasized the importance of the Iron Bowl and the competitiveness of the rivalry. The game is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT on CBS.