In the arena of college football, fortunes can fluctuate. ESPN’s acclaimed analyst, Kirk Herbstreit, proposes an intriguing forecast for the 2023 season. According to Herbstreit, the Alabama Crimson Tide, fresh off an unexpected season of setbacks, is primed for redemption. According to Herbie, Alabama is the bet to win the Southeastern Conference (SEC) title this year.
Tide Looking to Rebound After Disappointing Season
Alabama’s previous college football campaign concluded with a jarring absence from the SEC championship game. Such an outcome was a letdown for the distinguished squad accustomed to victory. However, the Crimson Tide is no stranger to adversity and is prepped to rebound.
As per Herbstreit, it’s the unmistakable energy of Head Coach Nick Saban that fuels the team. Saban, who brought home the title against Texas back in 2009, is renowned for his relentless drive.
“Whenever they have a few losses or whenever they don’t quite chase their goals at the previous year…oh boy, Nick Saban’s in trouble,” Herbstreit says. Yet, he quickly dispels any doubt: “I’m telling you, he’s got the same energy he’s had since 2009.”
Kirk Herbstreit on Alabama to @jdpickell:
“He’s got a team that’s going to be upset, with a chip on their shoulder. As we sit here, May 31, it’s hard for me to not lean towards Alabama in the SEC.”https://t.co/ls57FRaiQv pic.twitter.com/uMODjdWcs5
— On3 (@On3sports) June 1, 2023
Critics have questioned Saban’s future after last season, but history proves that betting against him is a risky proposition. Saban possesses an innate ability to motivate and invigorate his team, a quality even more pertinent given the team’s recent struggles. Alabama is eager to recapture their winning glory, carrying a newfound determination into the upcoming season.
“He’s got great players like he had in ’09, maybe better. He’s got a team that’s going to be upset with a chip on their shoulder,” says Herbstreit. Indeed, Alabama’s 2023 squad is star-studded with a wealth of returning talent and the nation’s top-ranked recruiting class, signaling a resurgence.
Alabama +200 Second Favorites for SEC Championship
When contemplating potential frontrunners for this year’s SEC championship, the Crimson Tide, despite their recent struggles, make a compelling case. According to the latest odds for the 2023 SEC Conference, Alabama stands as the second favorite with odds of +200, following Georgia at +100. Below are the full odds for the 2023 SEC Championship:
| Team | Odds | Sportsbook |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | +100 |  |
| Alabama | +200 | |
| LSU | +525 | |
| Tennessee | +1400 | |
| Texas A&M | +1400 | |
| Mississippi | +3300 | |
| Auburn | +6600 | |
| Mississippi State | +7500 | |
| Florida | +7500 | |
| Arkansas | +8000 | |
| South Carolina | +8000 | |
| Missouri | +8000 | |
| Kentucky | +8000 | |
| Vanderbilt | +10000 | |
To those considering a flutter on the college football season, Herbstreit advises, “If you’re going to Vegas, that would be a team I would not want to question.” His faith in the Crimson Tide, despite their recent setback, can’t be questioned, but whether the Tide repay that faith and win the 2023 SEC Championship making Herbie followers very happy remains to be seen.
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