ESPN Predicts Alabama’s Victory Over Vanderbilt Commodores in Football Showdown
The Alabama Crimson Tide football team prepares for a pivotal showdown against the Vanderbilt Commodores on Saturday. Fresh off a narrow victory over the Georgia Bulldogs, Alabama seeks to maintain its momentum in the 2025 SEC schedule.
Matchup Overview: Alabama vs. Vanderbilt
Alabama, currently ranked No. 10 in the AP Top 25, holds a record of 3-1 overall and 1-0 in the SEC. Vanderbilt stands at 5-0, ranked No. 16. Last year’s game resulted in a shocking 40-35 loss for Alabama against Vanderbilt, marking their first defeat against them in four decades.
ESPN’s Predictions
According to ESPN Analytics, the Crimson Tide holds a 74.3% probability of winning this weekend’s game. In contrast, Vanderbilt’s chances are pegged at 25.7%. Alabama remains highly ranked in the Football Power Index (FPI), being third overall with a rating of 23.1, while Vanderbilt has a rating of 16.5.
Game Details
- Kickoff Time: 2:30 p.m. CT
- Location: Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa
- Broadcast: ABC with commentators Sean McDonough and Greg McElroy
Alabama’s Playoff Outlook
As the College Football Playoff approaches, Alabama’s chances of making the 12-team playoff are at 68.2%. Their likelihood of clinching the SEC title is 33.6%. Furthermore, Alabama’s chances of reaching the national championship game stand at 20.8%, with a 12% probability of winning the championship.
Upcoming Alabama Football Schedule
Looking ahead, here are Alabama’s scheduled games for the remainder of the 2025 season, all times in Central:
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 30 | at Florida State | (L, 31-17) |
| Sept. 6 | vs. UL Monroe | (W, 73-0) |
| Sept. 13 | vs. Wisconsin | (W, 38-14) |
| Sept. 27 | at Georgia | (W, 24-21) |
| Oct. 4 | vs. Vanderbilt | (TBA) |
| Oct. 11 | at Missouri | (TBA) |
| Oct. 18 | vs. Tennessee | (TBA) |
| Oct. 25 | at South Carolina | (TBA) |
| Nov. 8 | vs. LSU | (TBA) |
| Nov. 15 | vs. Oklahoma | (TBA) |
| Nov. 22 | vs. Eastern Illinois | (1 p.m., ESPN+) |
| Nov. 29 | at Auburn | (TBA) |
As the game nears, all eyes will be on the Crimson Tide. Fans can follow El-Balad for the latest updates and insights on Alabama football.
