Alabama opens as 19.5-point favorite at Vanderbilt
The Crimson Tide comes off a 31-13 road victory at LSU, while Vanderbilt is 4-5 after winning at Mississippi State.
| Kickoff | 12:45 PM ET |
|---|---|
| Venue | FirstBank Stadium |
| Spread | Alabama -14 |
| Total | 47.5 |
| TV | SEC Network |
|---|---|
| Streaming | the ESPN app |
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Follow the full play-by-play and box score →Alabama is a 19.5-point favorite against Vanderbilt, with FanDuel setting the over/under at 54.5 for Saturday’s game in Nashville.
The Crimson Tide enters after a 31-13 victory at LSU as a 6.5-point underdog. The 18-point win improved Alabama to 3-1 on the road, with additional victories at Kentucky and Mississippi State.
Alabama’s offense had produced at least 45 points in each of its first five games before scoring 17 against Georgia, 10 at Tennessee and 31 against Texas A&M. The Tide then scored 31 at LSU. Roll Bama Roll’s C B pointed to the returns of receiver Ryan Williams, center Racin Delgatty and defensive tackle Terrance Green to the starting lineup as a factor in Alabama’s improved play.
Vanderbilt is 4-5 after earning its first SEC victory, a 25-23 road win at Mississippi State as a three-point underdog. The Commodores previously stayed within the spread in losses at Auburn and Georgia, but failed to cover against Ole Miss, Arkansas and Kentucky.
Vanderbilt has scored in double figures in every game listed by the source, though its totals have varied enough to produce mixed over/under results. Its remaining schedule includes home games against Alabama and Tennessee, plus a road game at Florida.
The posted spread and total suggest a score near 37-17 in Alabama’s favor. C B predicts a larger margin, picking the Crimson Tide to win 52-13. That score would cover the 19.5-point spread. The combined 65 points would also send the game over 54.5.
Why it matters
Alabama has more games to play after clearing a major road test at LSU. Vanderbilt is seeking another SEC win with Alabama and Tennessee still scheduled to visit Nashville.
What to watch next
Alabama and Vanderbilt meet Saturday in Nashville, with the Crimson Tide favored by 19.5 points and the over/under set at 54.5.
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