The final weekend of September offers up two massive SEC matchups that will shape the rankings and the minds of the CFP Selection Committee. All four SEC programs involved in these matchups are ranked no lower than 17th in the AP rankings.
The lines at college football betting sites separate each team by no more than a field goal, indicating two competitive games this Saturday.
Alabama (#17) vs. Georgia (#5)
Saturday at 7:30 PM, No. 17 Alabama (2-1) visits No. 5 Georgia (3-0) at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA. The point spread favors Georgia by 3 with a 33-game home winning streak, looking to extend its dominance against an Alabama team that holds a 9-1 edge in the last ten meetings.
Alabama vs. Georgia Betting Line
- Spread: Crimson Tide +3.0 (-105), Bulldogs -3.0 (-115)
- Moneyline: Crimson Tide +135, Bulldogs -160
- Over: 52.0 (-115)
- Under: 52.0 (-105)
Alabama’s wins include a dominant 73-0 victory over ULM and a 38-14 win against Wisconsin. Their one loss came in their opener on the road at FSU. earlier in the season.
Georgia remains undefeated with a 3-0 record so far this season. They have beaten Marshall, Austin Peay, and Tennessee, and are favored to climb to 2-0 in the SEC this weekend.
Our Prediction: Georgia Covers
LSU (#4) vs. Mississippi (#13)
Saturday at 3:30 PM CT, No. 4 LSU (4-0) travels to Oxford, Miss., to face No. 13 Mississippi (Ole Miss) (4-0) at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Both teams enter undefeated as they prepare for their fierce SEC rivalry clash, with LSU coming off a commanding 56-10 win over Southeastern Louisiana and Ole Miss fresh off a decisive 45-10 victory against Tulane.
LSU vs. Mississippi Betting Line
- Spread: Tigers +1.5 (-110), Rebels -1.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Tigers EVEN, Rebels -120
- Over: 54.5 (-110)
- Under: 54.5 (-110)
LSU’s defense ranks among the nation’s best, allowing just 9.25 points per game, while Ole Miss boasts one of the country’s top offenses, averaging 543 yards and nearly 45 points per game. LSU head coach Brian Kelly has transformed the Tigers’ defense this season, making them significantly tougher after close games in recent years.
Ole Miss, coached by Lane Kiffin, looks to test that defense behind their fast-paced, high-powered offense. The Rebels’ quarterback situation is uncertain due to injury, but their offensive output has been impressive regardless.
The over/under suggests that both teams will score north of twenty points this Saturday. Both moneylines are rated at even or below, further indicating a game that could go either way.
Our Prediction: LSU Covers
Sources: Bovada Sportsbook | ESPN
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