The Alabama Crimson Tide (9-3) face off against the Michigan Wolverines (7-5) on Tuesday, December 31st. This game will be played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa and televised on ESPN. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Kickoff is set for 12:00 ET.

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines

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Alabama Offense Breakdown

Alabama’s offense is averaging 35.5 points per game, placing them 15th in scoring as they head into week 11. In our offensive power rankings, they are 13th. They have been strong on third downs, converting 48.7% of their attempts, which ranks 11th nationally. Jalen Milroe has thrown for 2,657 yards, completing 66% of his passes. He has 15 touchdowns but also 10 interceptions, with a passer rating of 98.

Alabama ranks 83rd in passing attempts per game, but they are 48th in passing yards, averaging 240.5 yards per game. On the ground, they average 184.8 rushing yards per game. Jam Miller leads the rushing attack with 641 yards and seven touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. Ryan Williams has 857 receiving yards and eight touchdowns on 45 catches.

Michigan Offense Breakdown

Michigan’s offense has struggled heading into week 1, ranking 82nd in points per game with 22.2 and 79th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game has been a particular issue, averaging just 133.6 yards per game, placing them 127th nationally. Davis Warren, their leading passer, has thrown for 1,126 yards with six touchdowns and nine interceptions, resulting in a passer rating of 69.

Overall, Michigan is 98th in passing attempts per game. On the ground, they are 56th in rushing attempts, averaging 161.3 yards per game. Kalel Mullings leads the rushing attack with 948 yards and 12 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry.

Alabama Team Defense

Alabama’s defense, ranked 8th nationally, has allowed just 17.2 points per game this season. In their recent game against Auburn, they gave up 14 points, allowing 24 first downs and 399 total yards, including 301 passing yards, but also forced two interceptions.

Opponents have averaged 191.2 passing yards per game against Alabama, completing 61% of their passes. On the ground, Alabama has given up 141.9 rushing yards per game, including just 98 yards on 23 carries vs. Auburn.

Alabama Team Defense

Michigan’s defense played a crucial role in their recent 13-10 win over Ohio State, allowing just 10 points. They gave up 252 total yards, including 77 rushing yards on 26 attempts and 175 passing yards, while also forcing two interceptions.

On the season, Michigan ranks 8th nationally in rushing yards allowed, giving up just 93.2 yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have averaged a 61.2% completion rate and 218.3 passing yards per game against Michigan’s defense.

Alabama vs Michigan Trends

• Through their last three road contests, the Alabama Crimson Tide offense has averaged 20 points per game while allowing an average of 20. Alabama posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.
• In their last three home games, Michigan has averaged 11 points per game while allowing 17. The team’s record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.
• Through their last three games as the betting underdog, the Michigan Wolverines have a strong record vs the spread going 2-1. Their straight up mark in these contests is 1-2.
• In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Alabama Crimson Tide have a strong straight up record of 2-1. In addition, their ATS record was 2-1 in these scenarios.

Crimson Tide vs Wolverines Prediction

Our projection for the Alabama vs. Michigan week one matchup is a 26-24 win for the Crimson Tide. However, with Michigan coming in as +10.5 point underdogs, we like their chances to cover the spread.

For the over/under, with the line set at 43.5 points, our model is projecting a combined score of 50 points, making the over the best play for this matchup.

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