Mississippi State vs. Georgia score prediction for College Football Week 7: Expert odds and picks for matchup

The Mississippi State Bulldogs will take on the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs in a Week 7 SEC clash at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia, on Saturday. Mississippi State has struggled this season, posting a disappointing 1-4 record and entering this matchup as a heavy underdog. In contrast, Georgia has looked the part of a National Championship contender with a 4-1 record, their only loss coming against Alabama in Week 5.

Mississippi State hasn't played since September 28, losing 35-13 to the top-ranked Texas Longhorns. Meanwhile, Georgia is coming off a bounce-back win over Auburn last week, defeating the Tigers 31-13 after their loss to Alabama.

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Mississippi State vs. Georgia score prediction Week 7

Mississippi State isn't expected to pose much of a threat to Georgia in this Week 7 matchup, entering the game as a 34-point underdog. We predict Georgia will defeat Mississippi State with a score of 52-17, surpassing the over/under of 53.5 total points.

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Mississippi State vs. Georgia point spread prediction

The point spread for this matchup is set at 34 points, meaning Mississippi State would have to lose by 33 points or less or win outright. For the Georgia Bulldogs to cover the spread, they would have to win by 35 or more points.

In a spread this massive, it's hard to predict which team could cover, as Mississippi State could get blown out, but still cover the spread. Sticking by our score prediction, we'll take Georgia to cover the spread, winning by 35-plus points this week.

What time is the Mississippi State vs. Georgia game on?

This Week 7 SEC clash is scheduled for a 4:15 p.m. ET kickoff on Saturday, October 12. Coverage for the game will be available on the SEC Network.