#17 Alabama vs #5 Georgia NCAAF Pick: SEC Rivalry Battle in Week 5 (Sep 27)

• Alabama handled Wisconsin on Saturday, beating them by a score of 38-14.
• Georgia was on their bye, after beating Tennessee 44-41 in the week prior.
• These teams last met on September 28 last year, in a game Alabama won 41-34.

Alabama and Georgia face off in their annual rivalry bout this week. The Crimson Tide are seeking a top-5 win after a rocky start to the season, but face an uphill battle to win in Georgia and avoid dropping to 2-2.

Alabama Hoping to Build Momentum

After their brutal Week 1 defeat to Florida State, the Crimson Tide have bounced back. Now at 2-1, they have a unique opportunity to rise into the top-10, despite having a loss, if they can win this one. That being said, it’s going to be an uphill battle for Alabama. They have not looked dominant at all in the Kalen DeBoer era, and now head to face #5 Georgia on the road. QB Ty Simpson will need to be at his absolute best to win it.

Georgia Seeking Win Over Rivals

Georgia had an extra week to rest and prepare for this rivalry game, setting them up well to earn the win over Alabama. They lost last year’s matchup by a touchdown on the road, but hold home-field advantage this time around. QB Gunnar Stockton currently ranks 5th in college football in QBR, thanks in part to some unexpected mobility. After rushing for 124 yards in 3 games, he’ll aim to stay hot against the Crimson Tide.

#17 Alabama vs #5 Georgia NCAAF Pick

Anything could happen in a clash between two SEC blue bloods, but this game is definitely leaning in Georgia’s favor. Alabama looked good against Wisconsin last week, but it wasn’t enough to overwrite the concerns brought up by their blowout loss in Week 1. On the road against a top-5 team, the Crimson Tide are sure to find themselves playing catch up once again. Georgia should win this one at home and cover.