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No. 7 Alabama Aims to Bounce Back vs. South Carolina After Upset Loss

South Carolina and Alabama will meet on the field at Bryant-Denny Stadium in a battle of SEC conference rivals.

(Photo by Getty Images) Jalen Milroe

South Carolina (3-2-0) at Alabama (4-1-0)

  • When: Oct 12 2024, 12:00 PM
  • Where: Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Where to watch: ABC

Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total

South Carolina @ Alabama (#7)
Moneyline

South Carolina   +900
Alabama (#7)   -1900

South Carolina @ Alabama (#7)
Point Spread

South Carolina   21.0 (-105)
Alabama (#7)   -21.0 (-115)

South Carolina @ Alabama (#7)
Total

Over   50.0 (-115)
Under   50.0 (-105)

Passing Team Leaders:
South Carolina: LaNorris Sellers 555 Yds
Alabama: Jalen Milroe 1279 Yds

Team Stats

South Carolina   Alabama
3-2 Record 4-1
1-0 Away & Home 3-0
3-2-0 ATS 3-2-0
2-3-0 O/U 4-1-0

Last Matchup:
Alabama 47-23, September 14th, 2019

Game Preview

Alabama looks to rebound from a shocking defeat as they take on South Carolina in SEC play this Saturday in Tuscaloosa, a game bettors should keep an eye on.

The then-No. 1 Crimson Tide fell 40-35 to Vanderbilt, shaking up the college football betting landscape. It was Vanderbilt’s first-ever win over a top-five team and first victory against Alabama since 1984. The loss dropped Alabama (4-1, 1-1 SEC) to No. 7 in the rankings, leaving fans and gamblers stunned.

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer acknowledged the subpar performance, saying, “It’s not up to our standard,” but emphasized keeping composure. Crimson Tide fans, however, were frustrated as Vanderbilt dominated possession, outrushed Alabama 166-84, and converted 12 of 18 third downs. Emotions boiled over when safety Malachi Moore kicked the ball in frustration after a critical first down, drawing a penalty.

On a more positive note for bettors, Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe continues to be a strong performer, totaling over 300 yards in back-to-back games, and accounting for 20 touchdowns this season. His top target, Ryan Williams, has 544 receiving yards and six touchdowns, including seven catches for 43+ yards.

South Carolina (3-2, 1-2) enters this game off a 27-3 loss to Ole Miss, with coach Shane Beamer’s gamble on a failed fake punt contributing to the defeat. Quarterback LaNorris Sellers returned from injury and posted a solid 162 passing yards, but it wasn’t enough to overcome early mistakes.

Bettors may want to watch how South Carolina’s defense, led by edge rusher Kyle Kennard (5.5 sacks), handles Alabama’s potent offense. Historically, Alabama has dominated this matchup, leading the series 13-3, including a commanding 47-23 victory in 2019. Will Alabama cover the spread or will South Carolina pull off the upset?

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NCAA Football Parlay Picks & Predictions

Final Score: Alabama 40-13
The Pick: Alabama -21 (-115) & Over 50 (-115)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $350

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