Alabama opens as the betting favorite over Clemson in the title game
With the matchup all but set between Alabama and Clemson for a repeat national title game, the early odds favor the Crimson Tide to win yet another championship over the Tigers.
According to Brett McMurphy of ESPN, Alabama has opened as a 7-point favorite at the Las Vegas SuperBook:
Alabama opens as 7-point favorite vs. Clemson according to @LVSuperBook
— Brett McMurphy (@McMurphyESPN) January 1, 2017
At the conclusion of the 2015 season, Alabama beat Clemson 45-40 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. The 2016 title game is being held in Tampa.