The Tennessee Volunteers have opened as 11.5-point favorites for their upcoming rivalry showdown against the Vanderbilt Commodores, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. With the over/under set at 47.5, sportsbooks project a 30-17 victory for Tennessee in this high-stakes Week 14 clash.
This marks the initial betting line for the game, as no early predictions were released in the summer. Tennessee’s 9-2 record (5-2 SEC) positions them on the cusp of securing a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff with a win over Vanderbilt. Meanwhile, the Commodores, sitting at 6-5 (3-4 SEC), are eager to play spoiler and cap off an impressive season under head coach Clark Lea.
Betting Trends
Tennessee: The Vols are 6-5 against the spread (ATS) this season but have struggled in SEC play, covering just 2-5 ATS. They managed covers against Oklahoma and Alabama but fell short in all other conference matchups. The over has hit in six of Tennessee’s games this season, with the under hitting five times.
Vanderbilt: The Commodores have excelled ATS with an 8-3 record, including a strong 7-1 performance as underdogs and a 4-3 mark at home. They’re 6-1 ATS in SEC games, with their lone miss coming as three-point underdogs against South Carolina.
Stakes and Matchup Highlights
For Tennessee, this rivalry game is a “win and in” situation for a playoff berth following a chaotic SEC weekend that cleared the path for their postseason aspirations. Vanderbilt, despite a two-game losing streak, has exceeded expectations this season and aims to derail Tennessee’s playoff hopes while finishing their year on a high note.
Kickoff Details
The game is scheduled for noon ET on Saturday at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, with ABC providing live coverage. Fans can expect an electric atmosphere as Tennessee looks to solidify their playoff credentials and Vanderbilt seeks to spoil their archrival’s postseason dreams.
