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2023 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: TaxSlayer Gator Bowl
(8-4) Clemson Tigers vs. Kentucky Wildcats (7-5)
2023 TaxSlayer Gator Bowl
Date: Friday, December 29th
Time: 12:00 ET
Venue: EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL
TaxSlayer Gator Bowl ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Clemson -7 | Kentucky +7
Gator Bowl Moneyline Odds: Clemson -272 | Kentucky +214
College Football Betting Total: O/U 47
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Friday’s TaxSlayer Gator Bowl features an exciting matchup between Coach Mark Stoops’ Kentucky Wildcats (7-5, 3-5 SEC) and Coach Dabo Swinney’s Clemson Tigers (8-4, 4-4 ACC).
They last met on 12/27/09 in Nashville, TN, with Clemson winning 21-13 in the Music City Bowl.
Undoubtedly, Clemson’s performance this season falls below their usual high standards, marking the end of their streak of double-digit victories, a remarkable feat maintained since 2010.
Nevertheless, for Kentucky, this presents a valuable opportunity to secure a significant victory against a top-25 opponent.
This one promises an intriguing showdown.
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Clemson Tigers
Clemson is coming off a 16-7 win over South Carolina in their last game.
Against the spread, Clemson has gone 6-3 this season. The Tigers have been favored eight times compared to one game as the underdog.
Over the course of 12 games, the average over/under line in Clemson’s matchups has been 51.2 points.
These games have had an average combined score of 49.1 points, leading to an OU record of 3-6.
Clemson Tigers Stats
Clemson’s rushing attack is ranked 24th in college football with 481 rushing attempts per game. This has translated into an average of 181.9 rushing yards per game, placing them 41st nationally.
On average, they are attempting 35.8 passes per game leading to 225.4 passing yards per contest. In terms of scoring, they hold the 49th position, averaging 29.2 points per game.
As we head into this week’s game, the Clemson defense ranks 67th for points allowed, with an average of 19.9 points per game. Teams have been gaining 162.2 passing yards per game against them (17th nationally).
Against the run, they’ve given up 116.7 rushing yards, placing them 38th in college football.
The Tigers offense managed 19 first downs and covered 321 yards in total offensive yardage. Through the air, they attempted 27 passes, accumulating 100 yards.
Their running game contributed 221 yards from 45 rushing attempts.
Kentucky Wildcats
The Wildcats began the season with a 5-0 record but then faced a challenging stretch, losing five of their next six games. However, they bounced back with a notable victory over then #10 Louisville.
In the Kentucky’s most recent 38-31 win over Louisville, they were winning by a score of 21-17 after three quarters and were able to extend that lead in the 4th.
Against the spread, Kentucky has gone 6-5 this season. The Wildcats have been favored six times compared to five games as the underdog.
So far this season, Kentucky boasts an over/under record of 8-3.
On average, their matchups have resulted in a combined score of 53.4 points, while the average over/under line has been 48.3 points.
Kentucky Wildcats Stats
On offense, Kentucky comes into the game averaging 28.6, which is 51st in the NCAA. On average, they are averaging 203.8 passing yards (93rd) compared to 95th in rushing yards.
For the season, they are averaging 313 rushing attempts per contest.
The Wildcats’ passing game featured 22 pass attempts for 206 yards and three scores vs. Louisville. In the rushing department, they averaged 3.7 yards per carry and notched one rushing touchdown.
This season, the Wildcats’ defense has allowed 114.6 rushing yards per contest, placing them 181st. Opponents are averaging 238.6 passing yards, and opposing quarterbacks hold a passer rating of 97 when facing Kentucky.
They currently hold the 61st spot in NCAA points allowed.
Clemson Tigers vs. Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Tigers are 3-2 in their last five games as a favorite.
- Conversely, the Wildcats are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as an underdog.
- Also, the Tigers are 5-5 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Wildcats have gone 7-3 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Tigers’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Wildcats’ have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last 3 games at home.
Clemson vs. Kentucky Line Movement
Open-ML | Live-ML | Open-Spread | Live-Spread | |
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Tigers | -275 | -272 | -7 | -7 |
Wildcats | +220 | +214 | +7 | +7 |
4* Free 2023 TaxSlayer Gator Bowl NCAA Betting Prediction: Kentucky +7
Though I anticipate Clemson winning outright, I suggest sticking to the moneyline. We do have Kentucky covering the spread but Clemson is the way to go straight-up. Clemson is 4-5 in the Gator Bowl, and I do think they’ll be 5-5.
Despite being 7-point underdogs at home, Kentucky’s pass defense look good against Louisville’s in their last game. I like their chances to cover vs. Clemson.
Kentucky are 7-0 SU in their last 7 games against an opponent in the ACC.
My bet for this game is the over, with the current over/under line at 47. So far this season, Kentucky games have averaged a combined score of 53.4 points, and I foresee this game surpassing 47.
I’m a huge fan of the total play on this game.
I think this game goes over because six key Clemson defenders have opted out. Plus, the total has gone OVER in 7 of Kentucky’s last 9, and Over is 6-0 in Wildcats last 6 vs. a team with a winning record, and it’s 4-0 in their last 4 following a straight up win.
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