SEC Championship Odds 2024: Georgia Favorite, Will Play Winner of Texas vs. Texas A&M

Only three teams remain alive in the SEC Championship odds race, with Week 14 acting as a play-in game for the winner of Texas vs. Texas A&M.

While Georgia (-145) has locked up its spot in the SEC Championship Game, the Longhorns (+170) and Aggies (+750) play each other in the first Lone Star Showdown in over a decade with a trip to Atlanta on the line.

Thanks to an eventful Week 13 that saw two SEC Championship odds contenders lose, there are only three teams left on the board at our college football betting sites. 

SEC Championship odds 2024

Live SEC Championship odds from our best sports betting apps.

• Georgia: Thanks to so many SEC teams being upset in Week 13, the Bulldogs' SEC odds shortened from +310 to -145 and they sit second in the college football championship odds
• Texas: Despite Quinn Ewers having the shortest Heisman Trophy odds in the conference, the Longhorns' SEC Championship odds lengthened from +160 to +170 after a shaky game against Kentucky
• Texas A&M: A Week 13 loss to Auburn crushed the Aggies' College Football Playoff odds, but if they can upset Texas, they still have a shot at reaching the CFP

SEC Championship favorite 2024

Georgia (-145)

It's been a wild season for Georgia, but Kirby Smart has the Bulldogs playing in the SEC Championship for the fourth straight season. 

After opening as the SEC Championship odds favorite at +190, the Bulldogs were as long as +550 at one point. However, their losses to Alabama and Ole Miss didn't end up mattering all that much with the SEC eating itself alive.

Plus, the Bulldogs won when it mattered most against Texas and Tennessee - both of whom were ranked in the top seven at the time. And for all its hiccups this season, Georgia is No. 5 in  and positioned to earn a bye in the CFP.

While they do close out the season with a feisty Georgia Tech program in one of the best named rivalry games in the sport ("Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate"), the Bulldogs already know they'll remain in their home state for the SEC title in Atlanta.

Having already beaten Texas once in Austin, if they get a rematch with the Longhorns, it will be like a home game for the Bulldogs. And we already saw how much trouble Ewers had against this fierce pass rush led by Jalon Walker and Mykel Williams.

If they end up getting Texas A&M, it would be a better matchup for Georgia, even with that terrifying Aggies defensive line. That's mainly because the offense has been sporadic at best for Mike Elko's squad.

Regardless of who they play, the Bulldogs will need Carson Beck to look like the guy who was touted as a potential No. 1 pick because both Texas' and Texas A&M's defenses are legit.

If Smart can lead his team to another SEC title, a $10 bet pays a $6.90 profit. And even at this price, I lean taking Georgia over the Longhorns and Aggies. 

Best odds:  | Implied probability: 59.18%

My SEC Championship team to watch

Texas (+175)

The SEC has been eating itself alive all season, with no undefeated teams remaining. However, Texas has the best winning percentage in conference play with its only loss coming at the hands of a Georgia team that played its best game of the season.

While they couldn't pull off the win against the Bulldogs and struggled in recent wins against Vanderbilt and Arkansas, the Longhorns have beaten every other opponent on their schedule by at least 17 points.

The injury to Ewers - and the subsequent rust that followed his return - is the easiest thing to point to when it comes to the Longhorns' loss to the Bulldogs and narrow victory over the Commodores.

He looked like his old self against Florida in Week 11 and was good enough against the Razorbacks and Wildcats in Week 12 and 13.

Texas is still the No. 4 team by SP+ and a six-point favorite against a Texas A&M team that just got embarrassed by a struggling Auburn program. 

If Ewers can play clean football, there's a plethora of NFL-level playmakers on both offense and defense (and one of the best offensive lines in the country) for Texas to lean on. This defense in particular has been lights out as of late thanks to Alfred Collins, Colin Simmons, Anthony Hill Jr., and Jahdae Barron.

The SEC Championship odds favorite has already been knocked off three times this season, including when the Bulldogs stomped the Longhorns. And if Texas can beat Texas A&M and get revenge on Georgia, they'll make it four times and turn a $10 bet into a $17.50 profit.

Best odds:  | Implied probability: 36.36%

How to bet on the SEC Championship

When betting on SEC Championship odds, first, choose a reputable sportsbook that offers college football futures. Check out the odds for different teams; for example, if Alabama has +300 odds and Ole Miss has +600, a $100 bet on Alabama would win you $300 if they take the championship.

Decide how much you want to wager and place your bet. If you bet $100 on Alabama at +300 and they win, you’ll get $400 back ($300 profit + $100 stake). Keep an eye on team performances throughout the season to see how your bet is shaping up.

Remember, when betting in future markets, the odds will move. It’s mostly about performance and perception. If a team starts playing better or worse than expected, their odds will change. Injuries to key players can significantly impact a team's chances and thus their odds. Transfers and new player acquisitions can also affect a team's championship odds.

Public betting trends play a role too - if a lot of people are betting on one team, sportsbooks might adjust the odds to balance their risk.

Expert analysis and predictions can also influence how people bet, which in turn affects the odds. Understanding these factors helps you make more informed bets and maybe even catch some favorable odds shifts.

How to read SEC Championship odds

Reading SEC Championship odds is straightforward. Odds are usually presented in a format like +300 or -150. Positive odds (i.e., +300) show how much profit you’d make on a $100 bet.

For example, a $100 bet at +300 odds would win you $300, plus your original $100 stake, totaling $400. Negative odds (i.e., -150) indicate how much you need to bet to win $100. So, a $150 bet at -150 odds would win you $100, plus your $150 stake, totaling $250.

These odds also reflect the implied probability of a team winning the championship. Lower odds (i.e., +200) suggest a higher probability of winning, while higher odds (i.e., +1000) indicate a lower probability. Sportsbooks adjust these odds based on factors like team performance, injuries, transfers, and betting patterns.

For example, if Georgia has +300 odds and LSU has +600 odds, Alabama is considered more likely to win. If you bet $100 on Alabama and they win, you’d get $400 back ($300 profit + $100 stake). Understanding these odds helps you make informed betting decisions and assess potential returns.

SEC Championship odds over time

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SEC Championship odds history

SEC Championship FAQs

Who's the favorite to win the SEC Championship?

Georgia is the favorite by the 2024 SEC Championship odds. The Bulldogs' shortest odds (-160) imply a 61.54% win probability, according to our odds calculator. 

How is the SEC Championship game determined?

The top two teams in the league standings based on winning percentage will play in the SEC Championship. This will be the first season the SEC plays a schedule without divisional competition since 1991.

When is the SEC Championship game? 

The SEC Championship will be played Saturday, Dec. 7 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.

Who won the SEC Championship last year?

The Alabama Crimson Tide earned a 27-24 victory over the Georgia Bulldogs in the 2023 SEC title game.

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