#3 Georgia Bulldogs vs #1 Alabama Crimson Tide 2022 National Championship Game
Time for our Georgia vs Alabama prediction is for the 2022 CFP National Championship presented by AT&T. In their semifinal contest, the #3 Georgia Bulldogs (13-1) took down #2 Michigan easily 34-11. In their semifinal, the #1 Alabama Crimson Tide (13-1) beat #4 Cincinnati 27-6. The last time Georgia and Alabama met was on December 4 when the Tide dispatched the Bulldogs 34-11 to win the SEC crown.
The CFP National Championship game will be played Monday, January 10 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 pm ET. The game is on ESPN.
Georgia vs Alabama Prediction - Keys to the Game
The stats state some facts. The Bulldogs are averaging 39.0 PPG while the Crimson Tide has been good for 41.1 Alabama’s is passing for about 50 more YPA than Georgia. However, the Bulldogs are rushing for 36 more YPA than ‘Bama. Defensively, Georgia is allowing 9.5 PPG. On the other hand, Alabama is allowing opponents 20.2 PPG. Both teams feature solid pass rushes, as the Tide has 52 sacks and the Dawgs 45. Alabama comes to this game with 15 picks and two pick sixes while George has 14 picks and three pick sixes. Passes defended go to the Dawgs 54-43.
Bulldogs Preview - Players
Our Georgia vs Alabama prediction notes that to execute, Georgia QB Stetson Bennett (27 TDs, 7 INTs, 9 SCKs) will need his O-line to step up. He has a solid receiving group, which is led by tight end Brock Bowers (54 REC, 12 TDs). Plus, the Georgia rush attack features Zamir White, James Cook, and Kenny McIntosh. The trio has combined for over 1,700 rushing yards and totaled 20 TDs. The defense is loaded with premium players. Linebacker Nakobe Green is a major force. Green leads the team with 68 tackles and has compiled six sacks, five passes defended, two picks, two forced fumbles, and one touchdown.
Alabama Preview - Players
In many ways, this is Heisman Trophy-winner Bryce Young’s game to lose. Young, a freshman, is elusive and can get rid of the ball quickly. In his first season, he’s tossed 45 TD passes and just five INTs. However, Young has been sacked 35 times and is not usually a dual threat. Alabama will be missing various players on both sides of the ball including wide receiver John Metchie (98 REC, 1,142 YDs, 8 TDs). Metchie suffered a torn ACL in the SEC Championship Game. However, there’s still plenty of talent to toss to including wideout Jameson Williams (15 TDs) and tight end Cameron Latu (7 TDs). Versatile running back Brian Robinson Jr. (1,275 YDs, 5.1 AVG, 14 TDs) is a major threat. The defense is also down two LBs and two corners. However, linebacker Will Anderson Jr. (17.5 SCKs) is healthy and could certainly be a huge factor.
Our Georgia vs Alabama Prediction
The spread is presently 2.5 with Georgia at -2.5 (-120) and Alabama on the plus side at +100. Interesting to note that 70 percent of the betting public is going with Alabama when it comes to both the spread and moneyline. The over/under is 52.5 with both sides at -108.
If the Bulldogs can get to Young and their D can do what they do best, we expect a Georgia victory. We think the Dawgs learned a few lessons in the SEC Championship contest, and they will bring them to this game. Thus, our Georgia vs Alabama prediction is going against the betting public. We like #3 Georgia at -2.5. Plus, we’re taking the over.
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2022 National Championship Game - Georgia vs Alabama Summary
Spread - Georgia -2.5 (-120)
Over/Under - Over 52.5 (-108)
