Alabama vs. Michigan predictions and odds

The Reliaquest Bowl on New Year’s Eve will pit the Alabama Crimson Tide against the Michigan Wolverines at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

In Kalen DeBoer’s first year as Alabama’s head coach, the Crimson Tide faced several challenges and finished the season with a 9-3 record. Although they did not qualify for the College Football Playoff, Alabama earned some memorable victories, including a remarkable 41-34 win over Georgia. Jalen Milroe’s leadership on offense is a sign of optimism as he recorded a 65.9% completion rate with 2,652 passing yards and 15 touchdowns while rushing for 719 yards and 20 touchdowns.

Under the leadership of new head coach Sherrone Moore, Michigan faced its own set of challenges this season. However, their unexpected 13-10 win over rival Ohio State was a moment of triumph that surprised many. Quarterback Davis Warren’s performance with a 63.4% completion rate for 1,126 yards and six touchdowns provides an element of surprise as the Crimson Tide prepare.

Here’s everything you need to know before the ReliaQuest Bowl.

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ReliaQuest Bowl Predictions: Alabama vs. Michigan

USA TODAY: Alabama is the unanimous choice

Scooby Axon: Alabama
Jordan Mendoza: Alabama
Paul Myerberg: Alabama
Erick Smith: Alabama
Eddie Timanus: Alabama
Dan Clouds: Alabama

ESPN: Alabama 30, Michigan 17

Staff writes: “Coach Kalen DeBoer’s first season at Alabama will not end in the CFP. How many of the Crimson Tide’s best players will join him in Tampa? Alabama’s opt-outs and portal entries will be a storyline by December, and so will Michigan.” There could be some, as the Wolverines have more high-profile NFL draft prospects this year than last year’s national championship team, and the Tide still has it on offense will have a significant lead. and Michigan may need an Ohio State-like performance to keep pace. Michigan’s running game keeps things tight for a half, but Ryan Williams and Germie Bernard eventually let up as Alabama pulls away.

Sports Illustrated: Alabama

James Park writes: “Alabama -11.5…Michigan has some strength on defense that can match the Tide’s blockers on the line, but Alabama has too many talented threats that can get behind the Wolverines’ secondary.”

BetMGM: Alabama

Staff writes: “The winning team model predicts that Alabama will win this game with a 79.4% certainty based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups and current game results. This winning team prediction takes into account recent player injuries for both Alabama and Michigan, the performances of key players this season, and current team trends.

ReliaQuest Bowl Odds, Lines: Alabama vs. Michigan

According to BetMGM college football odds, the Alabama Crimson Tide are the favorites to defeat the Michigan Wolverines.

Odds as of Monday, December 30th.

Spread: Alabama (-14)
Money lines: Alabama (-650); Michigan (+450)
Over/Under: 43.5

Here’s how to watch Alabama vs. Michigan in the ReliaQuest Bowl

Date: Tuesday, December 31st
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
TV: ESPN
Electricity: Fubo
Where: Raymond James Stadium (Tampa, FL)

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