Alabama will head out on the road this weekend for another top-25 matchup, this time against Mizzou. This is a matchup of potential contenders for the College Football Playoff this year.
But how does ESPN’s FPI foresee this showdown playing out? Despite Missouri’s impressive ascent—highlighted by one of the most explosive offenses in the nation—the analytics favor Kalen DeBoer’s squad with a solid 63.4% chance of victory.
Historically, these two teams have faced off just eight times, with Alabama dominating the series by winning the last six encounters. The Tide enters this contest off a hard-fought victory against Georgia in Athens, while Missouri is riding high after a strong performance against South Carolina, securing a 29-20 win that showcased their resilience in overcoming a halftime deficit.
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While Missouri’s defense has been formidable—especially on the edge —it hasn’t yet encountered an aerial attack like Alabama’s, led by quarterback Ty Simpson.
Alabama is a 3-point road favorite over Mizzou, according to the latest college football betting lines.
Kickoff is set for noon ET at Memorial Stadium in Columbia.
Lee Ann joins the Saturday Down South team, bringing over fifteen years of experience covering the SEC as both a sports journalist and football scout. With her keen eye for talent, she has also flexes her skills as the Director of Recruiting for the Rebel Walk( Ole Miss) Herring, is a staff writer at USA Today Sports Wildcats Wire, where she dives into the thrilling world of Kentucky football and basketball. When fall rolls around, you can catch her on air as an analyst for the Wake up 502 College Football Show on Big X Sports Radio 96.1 FM—because who doesn't love a good game day chat? A proud Brown University alum, Lee Ann balances her time between the sidelines and press box with her passion for coaching her boys' youth lacrosse and savoring a fine glass of bourbon alongside a good cigar. So, whether she's dissecting plays or rallying the next generation of athletes, Lee Ann is your spirited insider ready to tackle all things SEC!
