Alabama vs. Tennessee odds, line, picks, bets: 2023 Week 8 SEC on CBS predictions from proven model
Alabama and Tennessee played one of the most exciting college football games last season and they'll meet again on Saturday in an SEC on CBS showdown. And just like last year, it will have major College Football Playoff implications on the line. Whereas last season the two met with undefeated records looking to strengthen their CFP resumes, this year both teams have one loss and a second setback would be a huge blow to either side's playoff chances. Tennessee defeated Alabama, 52-49, winning for the first time since 2006 last year and that loss played a critical role in Alabama missing the CFP. Can No. 17 Tennessee knock off the No. 11 Crimson Tide again this Saturday?
Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala. in the SEC on CBS contest. The Crimson Tide are 9-point favorites in the latest Alabama vs. Tennessee odds from the SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 47.5. Before you make any Tennessee vs. Alabama picks, you need to see the college football predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.
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Now the model has dialed in on Alabama vs. Tennessee and just revealed its coveted picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model's picks. Now, here are the college football odds and trends for Tennessee vs. Alabama:
- Alabama vs. Tennessee spread: Alabama -9
- Alabama vs. Tennessee over/under: 47.5 points
- Alabama vs. Tennessee money line: Alabama -347, Tennessee +271
- Alabama vs. Tennessee picks: See picks here
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Why Alabama can cover
Despite last year's loss, Alabama has defeated Tennessee in 15 of 16 games coached by Nick Saban dating back to the 2007 season. The Crimson Tide have won by an average of 32.5 points per game in the six matchups from 2016-2021, including by 29.3 points in their last three games in Tuscaloosa. Any Alabama player who was on the sidelines last season and witnessed Tennessee storming the field after that game will certainly want to avenge that moment.
Saban is one of the best in college football at preparing his team for a program that previously defeated them. Alabama has won each of its last five games by an average of 21.4 points in the ensuing meeting following a loss. Alabama is 6-1 and winners of five straight games since losing to Texas 34-24 in its second game of the season and have covered the spread in three of their last four victories this season. Quarterback Jalen Milroe and receiver Jermaine Burton have showcased their chemistry over the last two games with Burton hauling in 11 receptions for 257 yards and two touchdowns over that span. See picks at SportsLine.
Why Tennessee can cover
Although Alabama has won 15 of the last 16 matchups between the schools, the Vols won the most recent one. Tennessee defeated Alabama, 52-49, last year in a game the Vols only trailed for nine minutes and 49 seconds. This isn't the same type of Tennessee program as Alabama dominated all those previous year with the Vols coming off their most wins (11) last year since 2001.
Tennessee is 5-1 this year, including a 2-1 mark in the SEC. The Vols are coming off a 41-20 win over South Carolina and a 20-13 with over Texas A&M over the last two weeks. Tennessee has the best running attack in the SEC this season, averaging 231.3 rushing yards per game led by Jaylen Wright. Wright, who rushed for 71 yards on 12 carries last year against Alabama, leads the SEC in yards per carry (7.1) and is third in yards per game (95.2). If Wright can break a few big runs on Saturday, Tennessee can not only stay within one score of Alabama, it can escape with its second straight win over one of the best programs in the nation. See picks at SportsLine.
How to make Tennessee vs. Alabama picks
SportsLine's model is leaning Over on the total, projecting 55 combined points. It also says one side of the spread hits well over 50% of the time. You can see the model's pick at SportsLine.
