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Alabama Crimson Tide to Face Vanderbilt Commodores in SEC Battle: Alabama Opens as 24-Point Favorite

The Alabama Crimson Tide, currently ranked number one in the nation with a 4-0 record, will face off against the Vanderbilt Commodores in an SEC battle in Nashville, Tennessee. After an impressive win against Georgia last week, Alabama holds a 3-1 against the spread record. Vanderbilt, with a 2-2 record, is also 3-1 against the number. Both teams have had high-scoring games, with all of Vanderbilt's games going over the total. The game is scheduled for Saturday, October 5 at 3:15 CST at FirstBank Stadium. Alabama opens as a -24 favorite, with the current line set at Alabama -23.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Crimson Tide -2128 | Commodores +1000
• Spread: Crimson Tide -23 (-110) | Commodores +23 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 55.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Alabama will win straight-up is 96%.

Alabama vs Vanderbilt Stats

Alabama Crimson Tide

The Alabama Crimson Tide has asserted their dominance in college football once again, claiming the top spot in the AP rankings after defeating Georgia in a thrilling game. Led by quarterback Jalen Milroe and standout freshman receiver Ryan Williams, the team's offense has been impressive, averaging 47 points per game. The defense has also been stellar, allowing an average of just 8 points per game and showcasing an impressive 3rd down conversion rate. With a power ranking of 7 and strong performances on both sides of the ball, Alabama is proving to be a formidable force this season.

Vanderbilt Commodores Analysis

The Vanderbilt Commodores have shown improvement from last season with a 2-2 record so far, matching their win total. Despite dropping their last two games, they started the season with a big win over Virginia Tech. Quarterback Diego Pavia has been a standout player, leading the team in both passing and rushing. The offense is averaging 354 yards per game and has scored an average of 37 points per game, a significant increase from last season. Head coach Clark Lea, a former defensive coordinator at Notre Dame, is leading the defense, which has been solid but lacking in turnovers. Overall, the Commodores have shown promise and are ranked #27 nationally for offense. In their upcoming match against Alabama, they have historically performed well, winning all of their last three matchups.

Alabama Faces Tough Challenge Against Vanderbilt, With 24 Point Spread in Question

Alabama has faced two challenging opponents recently, including a closely contested game against Georgia. Although Vanderbilt has shown promise this season, their upcoming matchup against Alabama will be a tough one, especially with games against South Carolina and #4 Tennessee on the horizon. The 24-point spread is significant, similar to the 30.5 spread against USF earlier this season that Alabama failed to cover. Vanderbilt's ability to score against quality opponents, such as putting up 27 points against Missouri and 34 against Virginia Tech, suggests that they may be able to keep the game close and prevent Alabama from covering the spread. With talented running backs Jam Miller and Justice Haynes leading the charge, Alabama will focus on a quick victory. Considering these factors, taking the 24 points with Vanderbilt seems like a reasonable choice.

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