It does not get any better than the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Auburn Tigers on Saturday, November 30, 2013 when it comes to college football. These two SEC teams are meeting at 3:30 PM ET at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama for what is the must-see game of the season’s final weeks. Both of these teams have had incredible seasons, but Alabama is still unbeaten, which is why we will back the Crimson Tide on the road Saturday afternoon with the win.
Alabama Crimson Tide: Defending their titles
Alabama has put together one of the most impressive runs in recent history in college football with their dominance of the National title game. They are looking for a third consecutive title this season and fourth in five years. Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron said that Auburn is just “the next team in our way.” He and many others in Tuscaloosa honestly believe this mantra and rightfully so. Alabama is one of the most talented teams in recent years and.
Auburn Tigers: This is their national title game
With a shot at the national title game up for grabs, the Tigers are viewing Saturday as a major stepping stone in their development. After winning the championship in 2010, the Tigers struggled with the graduation of star quarterback Cam Newton. Now, the Tigers are 10-1 overall and 6-1 in the SEC. Auburn was throttled by Alabama in last year’s Iron Bowl by a score of 49-0, so this weekend they are looking for quite a bit of revenge against the Tide.
Bovada.lv provides us with the betting odds for Saturday’s SEC showdown between the Auburn Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. Even though they have just one loss on the season, we still have to bet against Auburn and for Alabama because of the recent history between these teams. Put 10 percent of your bankroll on the Tide and the -11 (-105) line on Saturday afternoon.
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