Tennessee (8-1-0) at Georgia (7-2-0)
- When: Nov 16 2024, 7:30 PM
- Where: Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA
- Where to watch: ABC
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Tennessee (#6) @ Georgia (#11)
Moneyline
Tennessee (#6) +265
Georgia (#11) -330
Tennessee (#6) @ Georgia (#11)
Point Spread
Tennessee (#6) 8.5 (-110)
Georgia (#11) -8.5 (-110)
Tennessee (#6) @ Georgia (#11)
Total
Over 47.0 (-105)
Under 47.0 (-115)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Passing Team Leaders:
Tennessee: Nico Iamaleava 1877 Yds
Georgia: Carson Beck 2488 Yds
Team Stats
| Tennessee | Georgia | |
| 8-1 | Record | 7-2 |
| 2-1 | Away & Home | 5-0 |
| 5-4-0 | ATS | 2-7-0 |
| 4-5-0 | 3-6-0 | XXX |
Last Matchup:
Georgia 38-10, November 18th, 2023
Game Preview
Playoff intensity has arrived early in the SEC, as No. 12 Georgia faces No. 7 Tennessee in a crucial elimination game Saturday night in Athens, Ga. Both teams are vying for a spot in the College Football Playoff, where two losses now seem to be the cutoff for the 12-team format.
Georgia Seeks Redemption
Georgia (7-2, 5-2 SEC) is in unfamiliar territory following a 28-10 defeat at Ole Miss. The Bulldogs, ranked outside the playoff bracket at No. 12, must win their final three games to have a shot at making the postseason. This is their first time with two losses since 2020, and head coach Kirby Smart hasn’t lost back-to-back games since his debut season in 2016.
Key injuries include leading rusher Trevor Etienne (ribs), leaving freshman Nate Frazier to carry the load. Quarterback Carson Beck, with 12 interceptions this season—nine in the last four games—faces mounting pressure to perform against a tough Tennessee defense allowing just 12.6 points per game, fifth-best nationally.
Tennessee Eyes First CFP Berth
The Volunteers (8-1, 5-1 SEC) are riding a conference-best four-game winning streak, including a victory over Alabama, a team that defeated Georgia earlier this season. Tennessee hasn’t beaten Georgia since a dramatic Hail Mary win in 2016, but a strong defense and balanced offense make them a formidable opponent.
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava, recovering from a concussion, is questionable but expected to play. Head coach Josh Heupel emphasized his team’s need to execute at a high level to secure a signature win and potentially earn its first-ever CFP spot.
Defensive Battle Looms
Tennessee’s defense hasn’t allowed more than 19 points in any game this season, while Georgia’s offense, held to a season-low 10 points against Ole Miss, faces a critical test. With Smart confident in Beck’s ability to lead the offense, the Bulldogs will look to rebound and protect their home turf against an elite Volunteers defensive front.
Historical Edge
Georgia leads the all-time series 28-23-2 and cruised to a 38-10 victory over Tennessee last year. However, with so much on the line, this matchup promises to deliver high stakes and playoff-like intensity in Athens.
NCAA Football Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Georgia 27-17
Expert Pick: Georgia -8½ & Under 47 (-115)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $357
- NCAAF Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
