Watch this episode of “Blackbeard’s Alley” hosted by Bubba Rosenbaum and featuring former East Carolina assistant coach Donnie Kirkpatrick. As the Saturday opener pitting the Pirates against host Alabama approaches, they discuss how the unknown factors that are typical of first games inevitably breed anxiety and unexpected plays. They recall memorable coaches, players and moments over the years and glance ahead to the anticipated spectacle when ECU and the Crimson Tide go to battle in a noon clash that will be televised by ABC.