Georgia Bulldogs vs. Tennessee Volunteers: Betting Odds & Game Preview for Week 12

Georgia Bulldogs vs. Tennessee Volunteers: Betting Odds & Game Preview for Week 12

November 16, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor Entertainment

The Georgia Bulldogs face the Tennessee Volunteers in a crucial Week 12 college football matchup. The game will occur on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ABC. Currently, Georgia is ranked No. 12 with a record of 7-2 (5-2 SEC). They are coming off a loss to Ole Miss, with a score of 28-10. Tennessee, ranked No. 7, has an overall record of 8-1 (5-1 SEC) after beating Mississippi State 33-14. However, Tennessee’s starting quarterback, Nico Iamaleava, is questionable due to a concussion.

Last year, Georgia defeated Tennessee 38-10. This week, Georgia must win to maintain a chance at the College Football Playoff, having won the last seven games against Tennessee.

Betting Odds:

  • Point Spread: Georgia -9.5
  • Moneyline: Georgia -375, Tennessee +290
  • Over/Under: 47.5

Injury Report:

Georgia:

  • Roderick Robinson: Out (toe)
  • Branson Robinson: Out (knee)
  • Anthony Evans: Questionable (hamstring)
  • Joseph Jonah-Ajonye: Out for the season (leg surgery)
  • Colbie Young: Suspended indefinitely
  • Micah Morris: Questionable
  • Trevor Etienne: Out (ribs)
  • Cash Jones: Questionable

Tennessee:

  • Nico Iamaleava: Questionable (concussion)
  • Jourdan Thomas: Out
  • Edwin Spillman: Out
  • Keenan Pili: Out
  • Dean Bishop: Out
  • Vysen Lang: Questionable
  • Dont’e Thornton Jr.: Questionable

Key Players for Georgia:
Carson Beck is crucial for Georgia. He needs to minimize turnovers. The offensive line, particularly tackles Earnest Greene and Xavier Truss, must protect against Tennessee’s edge rusher James Pearce, a potential first-round NFL draft pick. The defensive line, led by Nazir Stackhouse and Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, must perform well against the run. Linebackers Jalon Walker and Mykel Williams will aim for pressure on the passer if the run is contained.

Prediction:
Georgia 20, Tennessee 17. Despite needing a win, it may be challenging for Georgia to cover the 9.5-point spread given their recent performances.

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