Oklahoma Sooners at Alabama Crimson Tide, Picks, Odds, Preview, and Prediction, Saturday, November 15, 2025
It’s a big time game in the SEC on Saturday, Nov. 15. Read our Oklahoma vs Alabama prediction along with other NCAAF Betting Picks. The Sooners are 7-2 overall and they have a 3-2 record in the conference. No. 11 Oklahoma is coming off a 33-27 win over Tennessee on the road. They did enjoy their bye week coming into this week. Alabama is 8-1 and undefeated in the SEC. The Crimson Tide have won eight straight games after their opening week loss to Florida State. Alabama is undefeated when playing at home. These two teams will meet with kick-off set for 3:30 P.M. EST.
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Defense key for Oklahoma in road trip to Alabama
Oklahoma is 7-2 overall and they are 3-2 in SEC play. The Sooners are the No. 11 ranked team in the nation. Oklahoma is currently in seventh place in the conference. They have lost two of their last four games with defeats to Texas and Ole Miss. The Sooners have looked strong in their wins during this stretch though. They have earned road wins over South Carolina and Tennessee. Oklahoma is coming off their bye week.
In their last game, Oklahoma defeated No. 14 Tennessee 33-27 on the road on Saturday, Nov. 1. Tennessee grabbed a 17-16 lead in the third quarter before Oklahoma scored 10 unanswered points to put them in the driver’s seat. Quarterback John Mateer scored a short rushing touchdown two minutes left to ice the game.
Mateer threw for 159 yards 19-for-29 passing with zero touchdowns and one interception. He did rush for 80 yards and the touchdown. Xavier Robinson had a big game with 115 yards rushing and a score.
This season, Mateer has thrown for 1,949 yards and has completed 64% of his passes. He has thrown eight touchdowns and seven interceptions. Mateer does lead the team with six rushing touchdowns. Tory Blaylock and Robinson have become the two featured backs this season. Both players have over 330 yards rushing while they have both scored four touchdowns each.
On defense, Kip Lewis leads the team with 53 tackles. The team is led in sacks by R Mason Thomas with 6.5 sacks. The defense has forced just six turnovers on the year, too.
Oklahoma is averaging 28.9 points per game which ranks 64th in the nation. They are averaging 236.7 passing yards per game which ranks 62nd in the league. They are 93rd in rushing per game with 137 yards per game.
On defense, Oklahoma is allowing 14.1 points per game which ranks eighth best in the nation. They are the fourth best rush defense giving up 82.4 yards per game. The Sooners are also allowing 181.8 passing yards per game ranking 22nd.
Oklahoma is 4-4-1 against the spread this season. They are 3-1 against the spread when they have played on the road. The Sooners are 1-1 against the spread when they have been underdogs. The under is 7-2 when Oklahoma has played this season. The under is 3-1 when they have played on the road.
Alabama looks to stay undefeated in SEC play
Alabama is 8-1 overall with a 6-0 SEC record. The Crimson Tide are No. 4 team in the nation at the moment. After losing their opening game to Florida State, Alabama has won eight straight highlighted by wins over Georgia, Vanderbilt and Tennessee.
In their last game, Alabama defeated LSU 20-9 at home on Saturday, Nov. 8. Alabama led 17-3 at halftime as it was a fairly straight forward victory for the Crimson Tide. Alabama’s defense allowed 232 yards offense as they forced two turnovers in the win, too. Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson threw for 277 yards and a touchdown on 21-for-35 passing.
Simpson is starting to emerge as a Heisman candidate. He’s thrown for 2,461 yards by completing 67% of his passes. He has thrown 21 touchdowns and one interception. Jam Miller leads the rushing attack with 321 yards and two touchdowns. Germie Bernard has been the team’s target with 605 yards and six touchdowns.
On defense, Alabama is led in tackles by Justin Jefferson with 54 tackles. Yhonzae Pierre lets the team with six sacks while LT Overton has four sacks, too. The defense has forced 16 turnovers with Bray Hubbard leading the team with three interceptions.
Alabama is averaging 32.8 points per game which ranks 39th in the nation. They are the 14th ranked passing attack going for 291.2 yards per game. The Crimson Tide also rank 121st in rush offense averaging 111.9 yards per game.
On defense, Alabama is allowing 17.2 points per game placing them 14th best. They are the 10th best pass defense giving up 164.1 yards per game through the air. Alabama is allowing 139.1 rush yards per game which ranks 55th.
Alabama is 6-2-1 against the spread this season. They are 5-0 against the spread when they have played at home. The Crimson Tide are 1-0-1 against the spread as a single-digit favorite. They are also 4-1-1 against the spread when playing vs SEC opponents. The under is 5-4 when Alabama has played this year. The under is 3-2 when Alabama have played at home with the under hitting on three occasions.
Oklahoma Sooners vs Alabama Crimson Tide Picks
Oklahoma vs Alabama Spread Pick
- Alabama -5 (5 units)
This is bound to be a close game with two playoff caliber teams. Alabama will get the win and defend home turf as they continue their quest towards the SEC Championship game. The Crimson Tide have looked their best at home as they are undefeated in their home stadium while they are also 5-0 against the spread on their home turf, too. Ty Simpson is becoming one of the favorites for the Heisman and he’s been excellent thrown 21 touchdowns and just one pick. He has the weapons to get around a very good Oklahoma defense.
The Sooners defense is elite as they rank eight in scoring and fourth best against the run. The problem with Oklahoma is that their offense is not up to the same caliber as the defense. Passing the ball has been issue for quarterback John Mateer and the Sooners rank 62nd in passing and 93rd in rushing. The Crimson Tide’s defense will force a few turnovers and cause some big stops allowing the offense to succeed with good field position.
Take Alabama to cover.
Oklahoma vs Alabama Over/Under Pick
- Under 46 (5 units)
Defense has been one of the best features for both teams this season. Oklahoma is allowing just 14 points per game while their offense is averaging 29 points per game. The Crimson Tide are allowing 17 points per game, too. Defense will be the main storyline in this one and a low scoring game with time consuming drives will be key. The under has hit three straight times for Alabama at home. The under is 7-2 when Oklahoma has played this season. The under is 3-1 when they have played on the road.
Take the under on Saturday.
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