COLLEGE FOOTBALL WEEK 4 · BETTING PREVIEW
South Carolina vs. Alabama
Slow starts and second-half swings complicate the favorite’s margin
Kickoff:
Bryant-Denny Stadium · Schedule
Public betting odds
| Team | Spread (price) | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | +12.5 (-110) | +370 |
| Alabama | -12.5 (-110) | -485 |
Total: 53.5 · Over -110 / Under -110
Market update: Alabama moved from -13.5 to -12.5 and the total from 54.5 to 53.5.
DraftKings via ESPN · Checked September 24, 2026 at 3:16 PM ET. A source-specific snapshot, not a guaranteed live offer or a placed wager.
What carries into this matchup
South Carolina
South Carolina lost to Mississippi State Bulldogs 41–34 on September 19, 2026. The offense finished with 282 net passing yards, 6-for-18 on third down, 2 turnovers. LaNorris Sellers completed 25 of 40 passes for 282 yards, with 2 passing touchdowns and 2 interceptions. Box score · Scoring and play-by-play
Alabama
Alabama beat Florida State Seminoles 50–36 on September 19, 2026. The offense finished with 320 net passing yards, 4-for-12 on third down, 0 turnovers. Keelon Russell completed 23 of 30 passes for 320 yards, with 3 passing touchdowns and 0 interceptions. Box score · Scoring and play-by-play
My read from last week
Alabama was off to another extremely slow start against Florida State. That is the concern I want to carry into this matchup.
Matchup analysis
Alabama recovered from another early deficit, while South Carolina lost control after leading at halftime. The Gamecocks have enough offensive production to make defensive concessions matter, but their turnovers and third-down inefficiency weaken that case. Alabama’s comeback ability is a strength; repeatedly needing it creates risk when laying a substantial number.
This preview will be updated as the week develops. Current odds are not a betting recommendation. Only wager what you can afford to lose.