Alabama (7-2) vs Mercer (9-1)
Game Info: Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm (Bryant-Denny Stadium)
Betting Odds: Alabama / Mercer --- Over/Under: 56.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
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In this article, we will formulate a Mercer vs Alabama prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, November 16th at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 12 matchup.
Mercer Bears Betting Preview
The Mercer Bears are 9-1 this year after they defeated VMI by a score of 34-0 in their last game. Mercer led 17-0 at the half and scored another 17 in the second half for the shutout win. The Bears outgained VMI by a total of 518-111, won the turnover battle 2-0, and went 8-17 on third down in the game. Whitt Newbauer threw for 282 yards and three touchdowns, while Parker Wroble caught three passes for 102 yards and two scores.
Prior to that win, the Bears defeated East Tennessee State and Western Carolina. The Mercer offense has scored 37.2 points per game this season. Whitt Newbauer has completed 54.9% of his passes for 854 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception, while Dwayne Mcgee has rushed for 910 yards and seven scores.
Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Preview
The Alabama Crimson Tide are 7-2 (4-2) this season after they defeated LSU by a score of 42-13 in their last game. Alabama led 21-6 at the half and they scored the first 21 points in the second half to cruise to the win. The Crimson Tide outgained LSU by a total of 420-343, won the turnover battle 3-0, and went 10-13 on third down in the game. Jalen Milroe threw for 109 yards on 12 completions, while also rushing for 185 yards and four scores.
Prior to that game, the Crimson Tide defeated Missouri by a score of 34-0 but lost to Tennessee by a score of 24-17 in the game before that. The Alabama offense has scored 38.1 points per game with 238 passing yards and 192.4 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 18 points per game this season. Jalen Milroe has completed 67.4% of his passes for 2,046 yards, 13 touchdowns, and six interceptions, while also rushing for 565 yards and 16 scores.
Why Mercer will cover
- The team ranked 9th in the AP Poll has failed to cover the spread in six of its last eight games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Alabama's last four November games against non-AP-ranked teams has gone OVER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Alabama ranks 7th among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (3.9).
- Alabama ranks 7th among FBS teams for average point differential in first quarters this season (+7.2).
Mercer vs Alabama Prediction
Alabama rolls into this game with plenty of momentum after outscoring their last two opponents by a total of 76-13 and they are still alive in the CFP race. The Crimson Tide may have two losses on the season, but they are very tough to beat when Milroe is using his legs like he did against LSU. Mercer has had a great season in the FCS, but they shouldn’t be much of a threat in this game. I like Alabama to win this game easily, but I will take the points, as I think Alabama will coast in the second half.
David’s Pick Mercer ATS
AUTHOR: David Racey
