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2024 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: College Football Playoff First Round Game
CFP Playoffs
(10-2) Tennessee Volunteers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes (10-2)
Date: Saturday, December 21st
Time: 8:00 ET
Venue: Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
College Football Playoff First Round Game ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Tennessee +7.5 | Ohio State -7.5
College Football Playoff First Round Game CFB Moneyline Odds: Tennessee +229 | Ohio State -282
College Football Betting Total: O/U 47
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Get ready, college football fans, because the Tennessee Volunteers and Ohio State Buckeyes are set to clash!
With a 10-2 record this season, the Buckeyes are set to host the Volunteers in a CFP first-round game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Kick-off is scheduled for 8:00 ET, and the game will be broadcast on ABC.
The Buckeyes are favored by -7.5 points, and the over/under line is currently 47 points.
The money line odds are +229 for Tennessee and -282 for Ohio State.
This is only the second time these powerhouses will meet, with Tennessee holding the edge after a thrilling 20-14 victory in the 1996 Citrus Bowl led by none other than Peyton Manning.
Fast forward to 2024, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Ohio Stadium is making history by hosting its first-ever December game in its 102-year existence.
Both teams enter at 10-2, fighting for a shot at the Rose Bowl against Oregon. With live betting odds heating up, expect fireworks in this CFP showdown—it’s time to bring your A-game to the betting table!
Tennessee Volunteers
Tennessee enters their CFP Playoff matchup against Ohio State with a 10-2 record. They’ve been perfect at home (5-0) but are 3-2 on the road. The Volunteers have been favored in eight of their 12 games, going 7-1 as the favorite.
Their ATS record stands at 6-4, with a +23.3 average scoring margin. Tennessee is 5-3 against the spread as the favorite and 3-2 ATS on the road this season.
Tennessee’s over/under record is 6-4, with their games averaging 51.2 points. The average over/under line has been 54.8 points, and this week’s line is set at 47 points.
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Tennessee Volunteers Stats
Heading into their matchup with Ohio State, Tennessee’s offense is averaging 37.2 points per game, placing them 8th in the nation. They are also 8th in rushing yards, with 234.9 yards per game, and rank 5th in rushing attempts. Dylan Sampson leads the ground game with 1,485 yards and 22 touchdowns.
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava has thrown for 2,512 yards and 19 touchdowns, with five interceptions. He has a passer rating of 105. Tennessee ranks 25th in completion percentage and 14th in third-down conversions, converting 48.1% of their attempts.
Tennessee’s defense has been a strong point this season, ranking fourth nationally by allowing just 13.9 points per game. They’ve also limited opponents to 106 rushing yards per game, which ranks 16th, and 178.7 passing yards per game, ranking 26th. Quarterbacks have managed a passer rating of only 69 against Tennessee, completing 56.3% of their passes.
In their recent game against Vanderbilt, Tennessee’s defense allowed 23 points but gave up just 213 total yards. Vanderbilt rushed 30 times for 109 yards and completed 8 of 18 passes for 104 yards. Tennessee also forced an interception in the game.
Ohio State Buckeyes
Ohio State enters their CFP Playoff matchup against Tennessee with a 10-2 record. They’ve been strong at home, going 7-1, and are 3-1 on the road. The Buckeyes have been favored in all 12 games this season, posting a +24.6 average scoring margin.
Against the spread, Ohio State is 6-6, with a 4-4 record at home and 2-2 on the road. As the favorite, they’ve gone 6-6 ATS this season.
The over/under line for this week is set at 47 points. Ohio State’s average over/under line has been 50.3 points, and their games have averaged 46.4 points, with a 5-7 record against the over/under.
Ohio State Buckeyes Stats
Ohio State’s offense is ranked 5th in our offensive power rankings heading into the CFP Playoffs, and they are 15th in points per game, scoring 35.5 per contest. Will Howard has thrown for 2,860 yards and has a passer rating of 118. He has completed 72.3% of his passes, leading the Buckeyes to the 3rd best completion percentage in the nation. He has 27 touchdowns and 8 interceptions this season.
Jeremiah Smith leads the receiving corps with 934 yards and 10 touchdowns on 57 receptions. Ohio State is 37th in passing yards per game, averaging 254.3 yards. On the ground, they are 61st, with 170.7 rushing yards per game. Quinshon Judkins has rushed for 805 yards and 8 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry.
Ohio State’s defense has been a standout unit this season, leading the nation by allowing just 10.9 points per game. They also rank fifth in the country, giving up only 144.2 passing yards per game, and 13th in rushing yards, allowing 101.3 yards per game on the ground.
In their recent game against Michigan, Ohio State’s defense allowed just 13 points, giving up 235 total yards. They forced two interceptions and held Michigan to 62 passing yards, though they allowed 173 rushing yards on 41 attempts.
Tennessee Volunteers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Tennessee Volunteers are 2-3 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Ohio State Buckeyes are 3-2 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Tennessee Volunteers are 5-5 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Ohio State Buckeyes have gone 3-5-2 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Tennessee Volunteers’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 2-1.
- The Ohio State Buckeyes’ have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last 3 games at home.
4* Free College Football Playoff First Round Game NCAA Betting Prediction: Tennessee +7.5
Our projections have Tennessee winning their CFP Playoff matchup against Ohio State by a score of 26-20. The Volunteers are +7.5 point road underdogs, making them a strong bet to cover the spread.
With the over/under line set at 47 points, we recommend taking the under, as our model has the combined score at 46 points.
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