It’s not often the defending national champion is an underdog. However, that’s the case this week when the LSU Tigers host the No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday evening in Baton Rouge.
At 2-3, the Tigers are unranked, coming off an embarrassing loss to Auburn two weeks ago. Meanwhile, Alabama just moved to No. 1 this week after Clemson’s loss at Notre Dame.
Last year when these two teams met, it was a battle for the No. 1 ranking in all of college football. LSU would win that wild game, 46-41, and go on to win the national championship.
This weekend, No. 1 Alabama opens as a heavy 24.5-point favorite, according to BetMGM, The King of Sportsbooks.
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As of now, it’s not known who will start at quarterback for the Tigers. Myles Brennan appeared doubtful last week, meaning TJ Finley could start his third game under center, or Max Johnson could be in line for his first career start.
Here’s a look at what the lines look like for this weekend’s battle between Alabama and LSU.
All odds information courtesy of BetMGM, The King of Sportsbooks
Spread:
Alabama: -24.5 (-106)
LSU: +24.5 (-115)
Money line:
Alabama: -1429
LSU: +800
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Over/Under:
O/U: 75.5
Over: -115
Under: -106
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