Game Overview

A top-20 matchup in the SEC sees the No. 18 Oklahoma Sooners (6-2) face off against the No. 14 Tennessee Volunteers (6-2) on Saturday. The Sooners entered this game after suffering two losses in their last three matches, recently losing to Ole Miss 34-26. In contrast, Tennessee enjoyed a decisive victory against Kentucky, winning 56-34 on the road.

Oklahoma leads their all-time series against Tennessee 3-2, but the Volunteers triumphed last year with a 25-15 victory in the return of their head coach, Josh Heupel, to his alma mater. In a twist of fate, starting linebacker Arion Carter is currently listed as questionable for the Volunteers.

Betting Details

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, TN. Tennessee is favored by 2.5 points according to recent betting lines, while the total points over/under is set at 55.5. For those seeking strategies before placing their bets, it’s advised to check the comprehensive predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model.

Players to Watch

Oklahoma’s quarterback, John Mateer, has shown versatility this season with 1,790 passing yards, 226 rushing yards, and 13 total touchdowns. His key receiver, Isaiah Sategna III, notched a remarkable 131 receiving yards in his last game. On the Tennessee side, Joey Aguilar, famed for his strong arm, has 2,344 passing yards and has accounted for 18 touchdowns.

Chris Brazzell II, with 740 receiving yards, has established himself as a significant offensive player, having gone over the 100-yard mark multiple times this season.

How the Game Will Play Out

The SportsLine model predicts a total score of 52, suggesting a favorable outcome for one side of the spread. For complete specifications, refer to the SportsLine for definitive picks as predicted by the model with an impressive return of over $2,000 since its inception on college football picks.