Tennessee (3-0-0) at Oklahoma (3-0-0)
- When: Sep 21 2024, 7:30 PM
- Where: Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Norman, OK
- Where to watch: ABC
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Tennessee (#6) @ Oklahoma (#15)
Moneyline
Tennessee (#6) -260
Oklahoma (#15) +215
Tennessee (#6) @ Oklahoma (#15)
Point Spread
Tennessee (#6) -6.5 (-115)
Oklahoma (#15) 6.5 (-105)
Tennessee (#6) @ Oklahoma (#15)
Total
Over 57.0 (-115)
Under 57.0 (-105)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Passing Team Leaders:
Tennessee: Nico Iamaleava 698 Yds
Oklahoma: Jackson Arnold 484 Yds
Team Stats
| Tennessee | Oklahoma | |
| 3-0 | Record | 3-0 |
| 1-0 | Away & Home | 3-0 |
| 3-0-0 | ATS | 2-1-0 |
| 3-0-0 | O/U | 1-2-0 |
Last Matchup:
Oklahoma 31-24, September 12th, 2015
Game Preview
A quarter-century ago, Josh Heupel played a pivotal role in revitalizing Oklahoma football.
This Saturday, he will be part of another landmark event as his sixth-ranked Tennessee Volunteers face the No. 15 Sooners in Norman, Oklahoma, marking Oklahoma’s first game in the Southeastern Conference.
“It’ll be a unique experience returning to that stadium,” Heupel remarked. “I have teammates and friends there, and it’ll be a different perspective. I don’t think I’ve ever stood on the opposing sideline, not even for a scrimmage.”
Heupel joined the Sooners from Snow College in Utah shortly after Bob Stoops took over as head coach before the 1999 season. In his first year, the Sooners reached their first bowl game in five years, and in his second, they went undefeated, capturing the program’s seventh national championship. Heupel also finished as the runner-up for the Heisman Trophy that season.
Brent Venables, now in his third year as head coach of the Sooners, was a co-defensive coordinator during Heupel’s time as a player.
After serving as an assistant at Oklahoma under Stoops, Heupel was let go following the 2014 season. He later held positions at Utah State and Missouri before becoming the head coach at UCF. Now in his fourth year leading the Volunteers, he has made a significant impact.
Venables anticipates a warm welcome for Heupel in Norman.
“There’s no one with a more powerful legacy,” Venables stated. “His first year was 7-5, then out of nowhere, he led the team to a 13-0 record, bringing back the feeling of Sooner Magic. He was a key player in that, and people will remember.”
However, the matchup is about more than just Heupel’s return or Oklahoma’s SEC debut.
Tennessee (3-0) boasts one of the most potent offenses in college football, having outscored opponents 191-13 so far.
Quarterbacks Nico Iamaleava from Tennessee and Jackson Arnold from Oklahoma were among the top recruits from the 2023 class. Iamaleava has completed 71.6% of his passes this season, supported by a strong rushing attack that has helped the Volunteers average 693.3 yards per game.
“What a talent Iamaleava is,” Venables praised. “He’s been incredible, has a great presence, and is backed by an excellent supporting cast and defense.”
This will be Iamaleava’s first true road start.
Oklahoma’s (3-0) strength lies in its defense, which is limiting opponents to under 265 yards per game and has forced 10 turnovers, tied for the best in the nation.
“They’re very assignment-oriented,” Heupel noted. “They know their responsibilities and can recognize patterns. Their defense works seamlessly across all three phases. When they have the ball, they’re very active.”
The Sooners will miss injured wide receiver Jalil Farooq, and linebacker Dasan McCullough is doubtful. Center Branson Hickman and right tackle Jake Taylor are also questionable.
Tennessee will be without right guard Shamurad Umarov and strong safety John Slaughter due to injuries, while left tackle Lance Heard is listed as questionable.
NCAA Football Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Tennessee 31-23
Expert Pick: Tennessee -6½ (-115) & Under 57 (-105)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $365
- NCAAF Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
