July 2, 2026

Alabama vs. Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

The Ohio State Buckeyes (3-1) battle the No. 15 Alabama Crimson Tide (4-0) Friday from Raider Arena in Destin, Fla. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Alabama vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets. The Buckeyes beat the Western Michigan Broncos 73-56 Sunday, failing to cover as a 21.5-point favorite. Ohio State is 1-3 against the spread (ATS) this season and has yet to close as an underdog. It has also yet to play a game away from home. G Bruce Thornton leads the team in scoring at 15.3 points per game (PPG). Alabama is No. 15 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll and beat the Mercer Bears 98-67 Wednesday, covering as a 29.5-point favorite. Alabama has yet to close as a favorite of under 18 points. The Crimson Tide are…

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