Georgia Bulldogs (12-0) vs. Alabama Crimson Tide (11-1)
Georgia Bulldogs vs. Alabama Crimson Tide 12/2/23 – The top-ranked Georgia Bulldogs put their undefeated record on the line this Saturday against SEC rival Alabama Crimson Tide in the conference championship game. The game will have major implications for the College Football Playoff, as the winnerlikely punches their ticket while the loser hopes their body of work is enough. Let’s break down this marquee matchup and offer the best daily college football tips.
The Bulldogs enter 12-0 and have dominated opponents all season long behind a suffocating defense. Their closest game was a 6-point win over Missouri. Quarterback Carson Beck has put up solid numbers with over 3400 passing yards and 22 touchdowns. Running back Daijun Edwards adds balance with 781 rushing yards and 11 scores. Tight end Brock Bowers is a matchup nightmare with 13 yards per catch and 6 touchdowns.
The Crimson Tide also boast an explosive offense behind quarterback Jalen Milroe. He’s thrown for over 2500 yards with an impressive 21/6 touchdown/interception ratio. Running back Jase McClellan racks up over 4 yards per carry and has found the end zone 6 times. Wide out Jermaine Burton leads the receiving corps with 749 yards and 7 touchdowns.
Georgia Bulldogs vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Game Info
| When: | Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 4:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | SofaScore |
Carson Beck QB vs. Jalen Milroe QB
Beck has put together an excellent season for Georgia with over 3495 passing yards, 72.4% completion rate, and impressive 22/6 TD/INT ratio. He excels at distributing the ball to his playmakers and makes quick decisions. While not a running threat, Beck handles pressure well and has only taken 8 sacks on the year. He’ll need to be efficient against an Alabama defense that forces turnovers.
Meanwhile, Milroe has ably filled in for Heisman winner Bryce Young. He’s a true dual-threat quarterback with over 2500 passing yards and elite athletic traits, evidenced by his gaudy 10.6 yards per attempt. Milroe can challenge the Bulldogs defense both through the air and on the ground. His accuracy can be streaky, however, having completed just 66.4% of passes against weaker competition. Avoiding mistakes in the pocket against Georgia will be key.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Georgia Bulldogs -210, Total Odds: 54
The oddsmakers have installed Georgia as 6-point home favorites. This means Georgia must win by more than 6 points to cover the spread. Given two elite defenses, the total is set at 54 points. With both teams possessing dynamic offenses, the over looks enticing. Considering how close recent Georgia-Alabama matchups have been decided by late scores, this one could certainly go down to the wire as well.
Georgia Bulldogs Betting Trends
The Georgia Bulldogs enter Saturday’s matchup with extremely profitable trends for bettors to consider. Over their last 10 games overall, Georgia is a perfect 10-0 straight up. Against SEC West opponents, the Bulldogs have also dominated with a 6-0 straight up record over their previous 6 matchups. For bettors who stick strictly to conference action, Georgia is riding an 18-0 straight up run over their last 18 SEC contests. Looking at how the Bulldogs have fared late in the season, they have covered in 6 straight games in December.
Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Trends
The betting trends for the Alabama Crimson Tide also bode well for bettors eyeing the over on Saturday. Over their last 5 games overall, Alabama has posted a strong 4-1 record against the spread. They have also been consistently reliable for moneyline backers, going 10-0 straight up over their previous 10 contests. In totals betting, the over has hit in 5 of the Crimson Tide’s last 5 matchups. Looking specifically at their games with Georgia, the over has cashed in a resounding 9 of the last 11 meetings between these SEC powers.
Georgia Bulldogs vs. Alabama Crimson Tide 12/2/23 Betting Picks
Based on the trends and analysis, offensive fireworks could be in store to push this game past the total. Both quarterbacks should find room to operate against defenses geared to stop the run. Alabama has played Georgia close in recent years and has the offensive talent to match the Bulldogs score for score.
While Georgia’s defense deserves respect, the Crimson Tide feel like a live underdog getting over a touchdown. Nick Saban excels at keeping games close in big spots, especially against former assistants like Kirby Smart. Therefore, take Alabama and the points while also playing over 54 total for some elite sports prediction in what expects to be an instant classic conference title game down to the wire.
Free Pick and Prediction: Alabama Crimson Tide 41, Georgia Bulldogs 44