The biggest showdown of the college football season is approaching for the Georgia Bulldogs in Week 5. Head coach Kirby Smart and his team are set to face off against the Alabama Crimson Tide this Saturday in Tuscaloosa.
With Georgia ranked No. 2 and Alabama ranked No. 4, this SEC rivalry game isn’t just another contest — it’s a clash between two teams with some of the best odds to win the national title.
Adding to the excitement, College GameDay will be live at Georgia-Alabama, highlighting the intensity of the matchup.
Georgia dominated its opener vs. Clemson, but hasn’t covered the spread since. According to our proprietary betting trends and historical data, one team is in a great spot for Georgia vs. Alabama Saturday.
Let’s dive into the Georgia football odds and uncover the best pick for Week 5.
Georgia Bulldogs Odds
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Transitioning into the odds, it’s crucial to note the historical context of the Bulldogs against the Crimson Tide.
According to our researcher Evan Abrams, since 2008, Georgia is 1-8 straight up (SU) and 4-5 against the spread (ATS) versus Alabama. Interestingly, the Bulldogs have been favored over the Tide in three consecutive matchups.
As of now, Georgia is favored by -1.5 to -2.5 points, with the over/under set at 48.5.
Our expert Collin Wilson rates Georgia at a 102 in his Power Ratings, while Alabama stands at 97.5.
The consensus moneyline price for Georgia to win is -128 ($12.80 dollars returns $10), which implies the Bulldogs win 56.1% of the time.
Our projections disagree with both the Georgia vs. Alabama spread, as well as the moneyline odds!
Georgia Pick for Week 5
Transitioning to the picks, our PRO Projections suggest the spread should be more like Georgia -3.7, which is a B- grade from PRO Projections. It’s also important to note that our spread being above the -3 mark is crucial in betting, since outcomes tend to land on three-point margins.
Moreover, we discovered a PRO System labeled “Road Streak.” Power Five road teams playing consecutive road games (like Georgia) have covered the spread 57% of the time since we began tracking.
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Also, our moneyline odds tab Georgia more like -162. We basically give Georgia a 61.8% chance to beat Alabama.
Therefore, the Georgia football odds appear to favor the Bulldogs in this intense matchup, making them a more attractive pick for Week 5.
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