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Tennessee football vs Alabama picks: Vols lean on Neyland against Tide

As the midseason rivalry clash approaches on October 17, Tennessee and Alabama head into their upcoming meeting each holding a single defeat, leaving zero room for error in the College Football Playoff race. George MacIntyre will lead the offense from the quarterback position for the Volunteers, who will continue relying heavily on running back DeSean Bishop.

Meanwhile, signal-caller Keelon Russell takes the field for the Crimson Tide in what marks his third career Southeastern Conference road appearance. Beat writers and columnists from Knox News and the Tennessean have shared their predictions for the contest, with staff forecasts projecting tight final margins such as 28-20, 27-20, 28-17, 24-20, and 24-23 in favor of Alabama.

Analysts generally agree that while the Tennessee defensive unit has the capability to keep the game competitive, questions remain regarding whether the team can generate sufficient offensive production to overcome the visitors.

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