Looking for #6 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. #14 Tennessee Volunteers betting trends and odds? Below you’ll find the latest DraftKings Sportsbook Point Spread, Total and Moneyline betting percentages, plus where the public and sharp money are landing before kickoff on Saturday.
Alabama vs. Tennessee Best Picks Today
- Alabama -7.5 (-112): Alabama has 67% of Point Spread bets and 73% of the handle, and Tennessee is set to start backup quarterback George MacIntyre against a defense with nine interceptions.
- Under 50.5 (-105): The Under draws just 13% of bets but 23% of the money, and Tennessee allows only 15.5 points per game.
- DeSean Bishop Rushing Yards 90+ (-103): Bishop has 678 rushing yards and eight touchdowns through six games, an average of 113.0 yards per game.
Game Info
| Kickoff | Saturday, October 17 at 3:30 p.m. ET |
| Venue | Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN |
| TV | ABC |
Alabama vs. Tennessee Odds
| Market | Volunteers (Home) | Crimson Tide (Away) |
|---|---|---|
| Point Spread | +7.5 (-108) | -7.5 (-112) |
| Total | Over 50.5 (-115) | Under 50.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +270 | -340 |
DraftKings Betting Trends
| Market | Side | Bets % | Handle % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Spread | Tennessee +7.5 | 33% | 27% |
| Point Spread | Alabama -7.5 | 67% | 73% |
| Total | Over 50.5 | 88% | 77% |
| Total | Under 50.5 | 13% | 23% |
| Moneyline | Tennessee | 6% | 12% |
| Moneyline | Alabama | 94% | 88% |
The biggest gap is on the Total, where the Under draws 13% of bets but 23% of the handle. Tennessee’s Moneyline shows a similar pattern, doubling its ticket share in handle at 12%.
Team Comparison
| Stat | TENN | ALA |
|---|---|---|
| Points/Game | 34.7 | 44.2 |
| Points Allowed/Game | 15.5 | 20.7 |
| Yards/Game | 414.8 | 452.5 |
| Yards Allowed/Game | 293.8 | 336.3 |
| 3rd Down % | 35.4% | 48.6% |
| Turnovers | 8 | 7 |
Key Matchup Numbers
- Tennessee quarterback situation: George MacIntyre is set to make his second straight start, according to ESPN sources. Faizon Brandon, who started the first five games, is listed as questionable with a shoulder injury. MacIntyre has thrown for 333 yards and one touchdown over the past two games, with two interceptions and a lost fumble against Arkansas.
- Alabama without its top receiver: Ryan Coleman-Williams has been ruled out. He leads Alabama with 415 receiving yards and four touchdown catches. Starting defensive tackle Terrance Green is also out.
- Tennessee’s ground game: The Volunteers rush for 228.3 yards per game behind Bishop, compared with 186.5 passing yards per game.
- Alabama’s turnover-hunting defense: The Crimson Tide have nine interceptions, including four returned for touchdowns, and have scored on 100% of their red zone trips.
DraftKings Player Props
- DeSean Bishop (TENN) Rushing Yards 90+ (-103): close to even money below his 113.0 rushing yards per game
- Keelon Russell (ALA) Passing Yards 258+ (-116): priced below his 266.5 passing yards per game
- Lotzeir Brooks (ALA) Receiving Yards 70+ (-102): carries Alabama’s highest receiving line with Coleman-Williams ruled out
- Mike Matthews (TENN) Receiving Yards 60+ (+104): Tennessee’s leading receiver has 396 yards and three touchdowns on 22 catches
- Trae’shawn Brown (ALA) Rushing Yards 60+ (+109): Alabama’s leading rusher has 301 yards and five touchdowns on 51 carries
FAQs
What are the Alabama vs. Tennessee odds this week?
Alabama is a 7.5-point road favorite at DraftKings Sportsbook, with the Point Spread set at Alabama -7.5 (-112). The Total is set at 50.5, and Alabama is -340 on the Moneyline, while Tennessee is +270.
What are CFB betting trends?
Betting trends show how the public is wagering on a game by breaking down the percentage of total bets (tickets) and total money (handle) on each side of a market. They help identify which side recreational bettors favor versus where larger, potentially sharper money is landing.
What is the difference between bets and handle?
Bets refer to the number of individual tickets placed, while handle represents the total dollar amount wagered. A side with low bet percentage but high handle percentage suggests fewer bettors placing larger wagers, often interpreted as sharp or professional action.
How do betting trends identify sharp money?
Sharp money refers to wagers placed by professional or highly informed bettors. It is typically identified through handle-vs-bet discrepancies: when a side draws a disproportionate share of money relative to its ticket count, sharps are likely involved.