Following their 28-26 loss to Clemson it was as if Texas A&M actually won the game. So too did the Aggies get the money as 12-point home dogs. On this occasion it was apparent that new head coach Jimbo Fisher is making a difference. In view of their going toe to toe with a national title contender the Aggies earned Betting on NCAA Football respect. Meanwhile Alabama has shown why they are the top ranked team in the country. For one thing Tua Tagovailoa is demonstrating his vast potential as quarterback. Additionally, the young Crimson Tide defense is developing quickly.
Texas A&M Aggies vs. Alabama Crimson Tide
Date and Time: Saturday, September 22, 2018, 3:30 p.m. ET
Location: Bryant Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Betting on NCAA Football Odds at SBG:
| Team | Spread | Total | |
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| Texas A&M | +27 (-110) | 61 (-110) |  |
| Alabama | -27 (-110) | 61 (-110) | |
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Texas A&M vs. Alabama TV Coverage: CBS
Alabama Crimson Tide
To begin with Alabama is 3-0 both straight up and against the spread. Tagovailoa has an eye popping 233.3 quarterback rating with a stellar 8/0 touchdown to interception ratio. Also impressive is Tua’s 12.92 yards per pass attempt. Most of all the Crimson Tide are flashing the pose of a complete team. To begin with Bama ranks first in the country for scoring offense and eighth for scoring defense. Najee Harris is averaging 6.8 yards per carry with three touchdowns. While Damien Harris has posted 7.4 yards per rush. Tua himself has 6.6 yards per carry.
Texas A&M Aggies
Texas A&M has shown excellent betting on NCAA Football value so far in 2018. After all the Aggies are 2-1 straight up and 3-0 vs. the spread. Initially it was believed to be a rebuilding year for Texas A&M. But the near upset against Clemson has raised the bar. So too did last week’s 48-10 home payout over Louisiana Monroe. Fisher has brought a more dynamic offensive approach to Aggieland. As a result, the Aggies have improved to rank fifth in the country for total offense. It is true that the 44th ranked defense is a work in progress.
Stats to Consider
Texas A&M has lost eight of their last 13 vs. the odds as road dogs. And five of their last seven in that role went under the total. Counter to that is Alabama’s 4-2 mark vs. the odds as home chalks. Four of their last six in that situation went over the total.
Team vs. Team
This has been a back and forth offshore bookmaker series. As a matter of fact, Bama and A&M have each covered three of the last six meetings. Four or those six games went under the total. A clear difference exists at Bryant Denny Stadium where the Tide has covered their last two against the Aggies. Additionally, the last three meetings between these teams at Alabama stayed under the total.
Matchup to Watch
In this situation Texas A&M has an improved look. Likewise, Alabama has never looked better. Correlate their offense with the unique ability of Tua Tagovailoa. In particular he offers a Betting on NCAA Football dynamic never before seen by a Nick Saban coached team. In comparison the Tide also has the superior defense in this matchup.
Texas A&M vs. Alabama Betting on NCAA Football Picks
In sum it should be a Roll Tide type of game. In the same way their experience and depth should wear down the Aggies.
Texas A&M vs. Alabama Betting on NCAA Football Pick: Alabama Crimson Tide
Texas A&M vs. Alabama Betting on NCAA Football Score Prediction: Alabama 42, Texas A&M 14
Watch highlights of Alabama decimating Ole Miss last week!