Georgia welcomes Tennessee to Sanford Stadium as a 10-point home favorite in a crucial Week 12 matchup that could determine Georgia's playoff fate. The total sits at 48.5 points after opening at 53.5.

Key Injury Concerns:

• Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava (upper-body) is questionable but participated in Monday's practice
• Georgia RB Trevor Etienne is dealing with a rib injury after leaving two straight games early

Georgia's Recent Struggles:

• Loss to Ole Miss 28-10 last week
• QB Carson Beck has thrown 7 interceptions in his last 3 games
• Defense has allowed 28+ points in 3 of last 6 games
• Ranked 19th in scoring defense nationally

Tennessee's Outlook:

• Neck and neck with Georgia in SP+ rankings
• Boasts the superior defense
• Only reached 30 points once in conference play
• Backup QB Gaston Moore limited experience (42 career passes)

Betting Analysis:

• Georgia drawing 64% of tickets and 88% of handle
• Line movement: Georgia -8.5 to -10
• Total dropped significantly from 53.5 to 48.5

Prediction: Under 48.5 (-110) is the recommended play given:

• Georgia's offensive struggles
• Tennessee's strong defense
• Uncertainty around Iamaleava's status
• Both teams' scoring trends in conference play

The Pick: Under 48.5 (-110)

Both teams' current form and key injuries suggest a lower-scoring affair, regardless of Iamaleava's availability. Tennessee's defense poses the toughest test Georgia has faced this season.

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