South Carolina vs. Alabama score prediction for College Football Week 7: Expert odds and picks for matchup

The South Carolina Gamecocks will take on the Alabama Crimson Tide in a Week 7 SEC clash in Tuscaloosa this weekend. Alabama is coming off a historic upset loss at the hands of Vanderbilt last weekend, while South Carolina is looking to bounce back and deliver another upset after a blowout loss to Ole Miss.

The Crimson Tide's record is 4-1, but only 1-1 in conference play, suffered a 40-35 loss to the Commodores, spoiling an undefeated record and No. 1 ranking in the AP Top 25. The Gamecocks, with an overall record of 3-2, but only 1-2 in conference play, were dominated by the Rebels at home, losing 27-3.

South Carolina vs. Alabama score prediction Week 7

The Crimson Tide looked dominant to start the season, but last week's slip-up set a new tone to the season for Alabama. Will the Tide come out looking sharp, or was last week's loss a sign of things to come?

With Alabama opening the week as a heavy favorite at home, We'll take the Tide to top the Gamecocks with a score of 38-17. South Carolina isn't likely to go down without a fight, as it's been proven that the great Alabama Crimson Tide are not invincible after all.

South Carolina vs. Alabama point spread prediction

The point spread for this game is 21 points, meaning South Carolina would have to lose by 21 points or less or win outright to cover. For Alabama to cover the spread, the Crimson Tide would have to win by 21 or more points.

With our score prediction set right at the 21-point mark, we'll take the Gamecocks to cover the spread, losing less by 21 points, as South Carolina has covered in two of the three SEC matchups so far this season.

What time is the South Carolina vs. Alabama game on?

Kickoff for this Week 7 SEC battle is scheduled for 12 p.m. EDT on Saturday, October 12. Coverage for the game will be available on ABC and ESPN+.