The Alabama vs. Michigan Reliaquest Bowl matchup will be a rematch of the college football semi-finals last season. That said, will today’s 12:00 p.m. ET kickoff play out much differently than that playoff matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Alabama Crimson Tide (-16.5) vs. Michigan Wolverines (+16.5); o/u 45
12:00 p.m. ET, Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
TV: ESPN
Alabama vs. Michigan Reliaquest Bowl Public Betting: Bettors Backing Tigers
As of this writing, our CFB Public Betting page shows that 61% of bets are on Alabama. That said, this page is updated frequently so make sure that you click on the link provided so that you’re getting the most updated information.
Milore trending towards declaring for NFL draft
Jalen Milroe is trending towards declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft, Alex Scarborough of 247Sports.com reports. Less than one week ago, Scarborough posted an article in which Milroe announced he would participate in the ReliaQuest Bowl between Alabama and Michigan. However, Scarborough’s latest update indicates the quarterback has changed his mind, though that is not certain just yet. Ideally, Milroe’s decision will be made before the ReliaQuest Bowl.
Mullings declares for draft
Kalel Mullings has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft, Aaron McMann of MLive.com reports. Mullings had a career-best season in 2024, racking up 185 carries for 948 yards and 12 touchdowns across 12 appearances. It remains to be seen how much interest he’ll gauge at the next level, but the senior running back, who’s listed as 6-foot-2 and 223 pounds, could be an intriguing rushing threat due to his combination of power and speed.
Alabama vs. Michigan Reliaquest Bowl Betting Trends
Alabama is 20-4 SU in its last 24 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Alabama’s last 6 games
Michigan is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Michigan is 20-5 SU in its last 25 games
Alabama vs. Michigan Reliaquest Bowl Prediction
Take Alabama. The Crimson Tide had issues defensively this season, but that was in games against SEC opponents. Michigan set football back years offensively this season. The Wolverines can run the ball fine (sometimes), but the forward pass isn’t part of their offense. Alabama is banged up in its secondary, but it won’t matter. When Michigan beat Ohio State, it was because the Buckeyes puked on themselves for four quarters. With most starters suiting up today, I doubt that happens with the Crimson Tide.
Alabama vs. Michigan Reliaquest Bowl Prediction: Alabama Crimson Tide -16.5