The much-anticipated “Third Saturday in October” has arrived, featuring a thrilling matchup as No. 7 Alabama faces No. 10 Tennessee in a top-10 SEC clash this afternoon at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee.
The Crimson Tide is in search of its first road victory against the Volunteers since 2020, though Alabama has dominated the recent series with 16 wins in their last 17 encounters against Tennessee.
Here’s everything you need to know about today’s game, including channel information, streaming options, and betting odds.
The game will be broadcast nationally on ABC. Commentators Sean McDonough and Greg McElroy will provide play-by-play from the stadium, with Molly McGrath reporting from the sidelines. Those looking to stream the game can use Fubo, which offers a free trial for new users.
Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT today, October 19, at Neyland Stadium.
In terms of predictions, some analysts are forecasting a tight contest, with a projected score of Tennessee 35, Alabama 28. This matchup represents Kalen DeBoer’s first “Third Saturday in October” and is expected to be an electrifying experience against the enthusiastic crowd at Neyland Stadium, highlighted by Tennessee’s strong run game led by Dylan Sampson and a defense that has impressed in the SEC.
Betting odds for the game currently favor Alabama by 3 points, with an over/under total set at 57.5 points.
As for upcoming schedules, Alabama has its next games lined up against Missouri on October 26, LSU on November 9, Mercer on November 16, Oklahoma on November 23, and the annual Iron Bowl against Auburn on November 30.
On the other hand, Tennessee’s upcoming schedule includes a matchup against Kentucky on November 2, followed by games against Mississippi State on November 9, a crucial contest at Georgia on November 16, and concluding the regular season against Vanderbilt on November 30.