Alabama has lost two straight games, and it returns to Bryant-Denny Stadium as a 13.5-point favorite over Texas A&M on Saturday afternoon. The Crimson Tide fell 20-17 at home to Georgia and then 26-10 at Tennessee. The Aggies arrive at 4-3 with an offense that has sputtered through most of October. The spread opened at 14.5 and has ticked down a point, while the total sits at 50.5. Below, we break down the line, the injury picture, and where we see value on both the spread and the total.
Last Updated: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Texas A&M vs. Alabama — Time & How to Watch
| Where | Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL |
| When | Saturday, October 24 – 3:30 PM ET |
| TV | ABC |
Texas A&M vs. Alabama Betting Preview
Alabama opened the season 5-0 before October turned on it. The Tide are now 5-2 overall and 3-2 in SEC play, and they sit at No. 13 in the AP Top 25. The offense has been the problem. Alabama has scored just 27 points across its last two games. Sophomore quarterback Keelon Russell struggled to move the ball in the loss at Tennessee, and the Tide’s passing game has lost its rhythm.
Texas A&M’s trajectory has been rougher. The Aggies started the year in the preseason top 10, but they are unranked at 4-3 and 1-3 in the SEC. They dropped an SEC game to Kentucky and managed just six points in a 27-6 loss at Missouri. A 41-0 win over The Citadel last Saturday did little to answer bigger questions.
Quarterback play is the headline concern in College Station. Marcel Reed remains the starter, but his 2026 numbers have slipped badly. Per CBS Sports, Reed is completing 55.7 percent of his passes, last in the SEC, with six interceptions through seven games.
Injuries thin both rosters. Texas A&M has ruled out WR Terry Bussey, WR Kelshaun Johnson, and OL Blake Ivy. WR Mario Craver, DT DJ Hicks, DE Anto Saka, LB Daymion Sanford, and OL Trovon Baugh are all questionable. For Alabama, leading touchdown receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams is out, while CB Zabien Brown, RB EJ Crowell, and center Racin Delgatty are questionable. Alabama leads the all-time series 13-3 and won the last meeting 26-20 in College Station in 2023.
Texas A&M vs. Alabama Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M | +13.5 (-110) | +425 | O 50.5 (-105) |
| Alabama | -13.5 (-110) | -600 | U 50.5 (-115) |
Odds accurate as of Saturday, October 24, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest NCAAF Odds – Futures – Props
Texas A&M vs. Alabama — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Texas A&M | 46% | 54% | Alabama |
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Texas A&M vs. Alabama Prediction — Is Two Touchdowns Too Much for a Sputtering Offense?
The market has already leaned toward the underdog. The spread opened at Alabama -14.5 and has dropped to -13.5, and Alabama’s moneyline has drifted from -675 to -600. Meanwhile, spread tickets are split close to evenly at 54 percent on Alabama. That is not a lopsided public position, so the move looks more like a reassessment of Alabama’s offense than a reaction to public money.
The case for the Aggies starts with Alabama’s scoring problem. A team that has produced 27 points in two games, without its top touchdown receiver, has to win by 14 to cover. On the other hand, Alabama has far more talent on both lines. Its defense should also be comfortable against a quarterback who ranks last in the SEC in completion rate.
The case against the Aggies is simple. They have scored six points twice in October, and turnovers could hand Alabama short fields. Still, a low-scoring script favors the team getting points. If Alabama wins 24-13 or 27-14, the underdog cashes. We will take the extra score of cushion and trust the line movement.
The Pick: Texas A&M +13.5 (-110)
Texas A&M vs. Alabama Prediction — Can Either Offense Find Its Rhythm?
The total opened at 50.5 and has not moved, but the juice tells a story. The under now costs -115 while the over sits at -105, so the early money has favored a lower score. That lines up with recent form. Alabama scored 17 and 10 points in its last two games, and Texas A&M managed just six points in its most recent SEC road game. Both teams are also missing key receivers, which limits explosive plays.
The over has a path, though. A turnover-heavy game can create short fields, and Alabama’s offense has the talent to break out at home against a banged-up Aggies front. If Reed’s struggles lead to multiple giveaways, Alabama could reach the 30s on its own. On balance, though, two stalled passing games point toward a grind. We lean toward a game in the low-to-mid 40s.
The Pick: Under 50.5 (-115)
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
Our two picks work together. If Alabama’s offense stays stuck, the under and the points both benefit from the same script. The moneyline offers little value either way. Alabama at -600 implies roughly 86 percent win probability, which leaves no margin for a team that just lost twice. Meanwhile, Texas A&M at +425 asks a lot of an offense that has struggled to finish drives. There is no compelling bonus play here, so we will keep our exposure to the spread and total.
Keep an eye on injury news before kickoff. The status of Craver and Delgatty on the final injury report could shift the number late. If Craver is ruled out, the under becomes even more attractive.
Here is a recap of our picks for Texas A&M vs. Alabama:
- Texas A&M +13.5 (-110)
- Under 50.5 (-115)
NCAAF Texas A&M vs. Alabama FAQ: Saturday October 24, 2026
What time does the Texas A&M vs. Alabama game start?
Texas A&M vs. Alabama kicks off at 3:30 PM ET (2:30 PM CT) on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa. The SEC matchup doubles as Alabama’s Homecoming game. The Crimson Tide enter at 5-2 and ranked No. 13, while the Aggies come in unranked at 4-3.
What channel is the Texas A&M vs. Alabama game on?
The Texas A&M vs. Alabama game airs nationally on ABC, with kickoff set for 3:30 PM ET on Saturday, October 24. Viewers can find the broadcast on their local ABC affiliate.
Where are Texas A&M and Alabama playing?
Texas A&M and Alabama play at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. It is a true home game for the Crimson Tide, who lead the all-time series 13-3. Texas A&M’s lone win in Tuscaloosa came in 2012, a 29-24 upset of a top-ranked Alabama team led by Johnny Manziel.
Who won the last meeting between Texas A&M and Alabama?
Alabama won the last meeting 26-20 on October 7, 2023, in College Station, Texas. The Crimson Tide have won the last two games in the series and lead the all-time matchup 13-3.
Who is starting at quarterback for Texas A&M and Alabama?
Marcel Reed is Texas A&M’s starting quarterback, and sophomore Keelon Russell starts for Alabama. Reed has completed 55.7 percent of his passes with six interceptions this season, the lowest completion rate in the SEC. Russell is coming off a difficult outing in Alabama’s 26-10 loss at Tennessee.