Georgia Opens as 15.5-Point Favorite Against Missouri

The betting spread for Georgia’s matchup with Missouri in Athens has moved two points in the Bulldogs’ favor since it was first set after their 42-7 victory over Ole Miss. DraftKings listed Georgia as a 15.5-point favorite ahead of Saturday’s game.

Georgia is ranked No. 1 by the College Football Playoff Committee. The Bulldogs have won their past two games against Florida and Ole Miss after losing to Auburn in their previous appearance at Sanford Stadium.

Under coach Kirby Smart, Georgia has a 72-2 record when favored by more than two touchdowns, including a 50-2 mark against Power Four opponents and a 39-2 record in SEC games in that position.

Georgia is also the betting favorite to win the national championship, listed at +245. Notre Dame is at +400, Alabama at +680, and Miami at +800; Indiana and Texas are each listed at +1050.

The teams’ injury reports may be contributing to the spread’s movement. Georgia had two players listed, one of whom has been out all season. Missouri’s report followed a physical game against Texas. Georgia has allowed two touchdowns over its past two games, both in the fourth quarter of decisive wins.

The Bulldogs have not played at home in more than a month. After Missouri, they are scheduled to visit South Carolina and host Georgia Tech. One more SEC win would make Georgia’s appearance in the conference championship game in December very likely.