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Alabama vs. Tennessee prediction, best bets: Crimson Tide to rebound in Week 7

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Leboff, M. (2026, October 17). Alabama vs. Tennessee prediction, best bets: Crimson Tide to rebound in Week 7. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/17/betting/alabama-vs-tennessee-prediction-best-bets-college-football-picks-odds-week-7/

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Alabama and Tennessee face off on Saturday in Knoxville with both teams holding identical 5-1 records despite differing perceptions among college football fans and bettors. Alabama, seen as a potential national championship contender, is favored by 8.5 points over Tennessee, which has been criticized for its weaker offensive capabilities compared to the Crimson Tide’s strong showing under first-year quarterback Keelon Russell. The article predicts an Alabama victory based on their recent performance and superior offensive output against top-tier defenses like Georgia's.

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No. 6 Alabama suffered its second consecutive loss, falling to No. 14 Tennessee 26-10 in a critical SEC matchup on October 17, 2026. The Crimson Tide's streak of regular-season losses is their longest since 2007, following last week’s defeat against then-No. 1 Georgia. Alabama struggled offensively with just 201 total yards and four turnovers, while Tennessee capitalized on a strong defensive performance led by DeSean Bishop's 159 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Quarterback Keelon Russell threw for 147 yards but also recorded two interceptions. Despite being without leading receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams and potentially center Racin Delgatty, Alabama’s offense failed to generate significant momentum, managing only 93 yards in the first half. Tennessee’s defense held Alabama to just 54 rushing yards and forced four turnovers overall.

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No. 14 Tennessee hands No. 6 Alabama second straight loss, 26-10 Same event

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No. 6 Alabama expects to be without top receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams at No. 14 Tennessee Different event

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“Article A reports on the status of player Ryan Coleman-Williams for an upcoming game, while Article B provides a general prediction and analysis for the Alabama vs. Tennessee game.”

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It’s the third Saturday in October, which means only one thing in the South: Alabama vs. Tennessee. asserted

which → ’ → Tennessee

The two SEC powers and College Football Playoff hopefuls bring identical 5-1 records into this clash in Knoxville, but the perception around the two camps is quite different. asserted

perception → bring → camps

While most college football punters are waiting for the bottom to fall out on Tennessee, Alabama is considered one of the favorites to win the national championship. asserted

Alabama → wait → championship

Thus, it’s no shock to see the Crimson Tide laying 8.5 points at Neyland Stadium on Saturday afternoon. asserted

Tide → ’ → afternoon

Alabama vs. Tennessee odds, prediction Keelon Russell and the Crimson Tide were handed their first loss of the season by Georgia in Week 6, but it was hardly a poor showing by Alabama. asserted

it → hand → Alabama

The stats suggest that the Bulldogs were deserving winners, but hanging with the No. 1 team in the country is an impressive feat, and Alabama seems to be improving with each passing Saturday. asserted

Alabama → suggest → passing

The first-year starter was held in check by Georgia, but he’s otherwise been stupendous, completing 67.9 percent of his passes for 1,599 yards and 12 touchdowns. asserted

he → hold → yards

The Tennessee defense has posted some strong numbers overall this season, but they’ve got no margin for error thanks to an offense with a limited ceiling, no matter who is staring under center. asserted

who → post → center

The Alabama defense was found wanting at times against Georgia last week, but Tennessee isn’t likely to move the ball as efficiently as the Bulldogs, who boast the nation’s fourth-best offense, according to SP+. uncertain

who → find → SP+

Get the lowdown on the Best USA Sports Betting Sites and Apps - Check out the best sports betting sites and apps Instead, Tennessee will need to rely on its defense to contain Russell and Tide, and keep them to an attainable number. asserted

Tennessee → get → number

That seems like a big ask against an offense that just clipped at 5.8 yards per play against Georgia. asserted

that → seem → Georgia

Alabama has the horses to run away with this one, and I am skeptical Tennessee can keep pace. asserted

Tennessee → have → pace

The Play: Alabama -8.5 (-110, DraftKings) Why Trust New York Post Betting Michael Leboff is a long-suffering Islanders fan, but a long-profiting sports bettor with 10 years of experience in the gambling industry. asserted

Leboff → trust → industry

He loves using game theory to help punters win bracket pools, find long shots, and learn how to beat the market in mainstream and niche sports. asserted

punters → love → sports

Alabama vs. Tennessee prediction, best bets: Crimson Tide to rebound in Week 7

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