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Georgia vs. Florida: Last-Minute Spread Info, BCS Impact, Line and Predictions

Andrew KulhaOct 27, 2011

While this weekend's matchup between the Georgia Bulldogs and Florida Gators has received more hype for the parties that will undoubtedly surround it, the fact of the matter is that this is going to be a great and vintage SEC football game.

While both teams have been somewhat disappointing this year, there is still a lot riding on this game, not to mention the fact that it's a huge rivalry game.

The No. 22 Bulldogs invade the swamp with a 5-2 record and are a pretty impressive 4-1 in the SEC.

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The Gators have been hurting this season at 4-3 and 2-3 in the SEC, but a lot of it can be attributed to losing quarterback John Brantley a few weeks ago.

Brantley should be back and ready to go, which makes this a very good matchup to keep your eye on this weekend.

Where: Everbank Field, Jacksonville, FL

When: Saturday Oct. 29. 3:30 p.m. ET

Watch: CBS

Spread: Georgia -3

It's tough to tell how the Gators will respond to this rivalry at home, so I'd stay away from this bet.


Over/Under:
49

This is a dangerous number because we don't know what Brantley can do coming back. The history of these two teams suggests this would be a good over bet.

All Betting Information Courtesy of ESPN.com

Key Injuries

Georgia: Running back Isaiah Crowell probable (wrist), wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell questionable (hamstring), wide receiver Israel Troupe questionable (knee).

Florida: Linebacker Ronald Powell probable (undisclosed) ,running back Jeffery Demps probable (ankle), center Dan Wenger questionable (ankle), kicker Caleb Sturgis questionable (leg), wide receiver Andre Debose questionable (ankle), quarterback John Brantley questionable (ankle).

BCS/Top 25 Poll Implications

At No. 22 this game is huge for both teams. The Bulldogs need to protect that ranking, while the Gators know that if they win then there is a good chance they can get back in the Top 25.


Keys to Georgia Win

Freshman Isaiah Crowell has been excellent this season, and even though he's probable to play, he is still the key in my opinion. If Georgia can run the ball and control the tempo, they can keep Brantley and the Gators offense out of rhythm.

Keys to Florida Win

Quarterback John Brantley is obviously the key to this team's success. They couldn't stay relevant without him, but now that he's back he can potentially propel them into the BCS with a big win. 

Prediction

Brantley is going to provide a huge spark for the Gators, who will already have home-field advantage.

Florida 34, Georgia 28

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