re: Will Alabama continue their tradition of holding on every pass play in the post-Saban era?

Here's how it works in the SEC regarding Bama. If you lose to them, it's because the Refs cheated and the announcers were for Bama. If you win, it was a fairly called game (especially when Bama gets 17 penalties)and you liked the announcers. So, the answer to your question depends on whether you win or lose.
Certain teams, LSU more than any other, will never lose a game to Bama that they don't blame poor officiating. This also spills over to their basketball, baseball and softball programs. I suspect Texas will be about the same.